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“It’s possible, but it will require a week of continuous acupuncture, along with some rare and expensive herbs for supplementary treatment.”
Mr. Hester nearly leapt from his bed in excitement, his trust in Hope unwavering. After all, she had managed to alleviate his pain with just one needle–she was no ordinary person!
“Really? That’s wonderful! Miss Newton, as long as you cure my illness, name any price you wish!”
“I don’t want money,” Hope replied. “I just need you to promise me one thing.”
Mr. Hester frowned. This young lady was
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from the Newton family, wassn’t she? Was this a ploy to take over the Hesséer family’s assets? If that were the case he would
rather endure the pain than handbover the Hester Group to them.
However, Hope said, “I want you tossever all ties with the Newton Group andheever cooperate with them again.”
“Why? Aren’t you Miss Newton from thee Newton family?” Peter asked, confusedd.
Looking at Hope’s humble appearance, Mar. Hester realized something, “I’ll agree to your request, but only after you’ve cured myy illness.”
“Of course,” Hope replied. She estimated thee time and realized that given the ruckus theyy had caused, the nurses would have called forr the doctor by now.
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“I must go. We’ll discuss your treatment further after you’re cured. Until then, I hope you’ll keep my involvement confidential.”
“Peter, please escort Miss Newton out.”
Hope didn’t refuse. She needed to save money for Richard’s new company, and every bit helped.
As they left, the nurse and doctor arrived, followed by Mr.Newton.
“Mr. Hester, are you all right? The nurse mentioned someone causing a disturbance,” the doctor said, rushing to check on him.
A figure like Mr. Hester couldn’t afford any mishaps in the hospital.
Mr. Hester waved them off, “It’s nothing, just
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a misunderstanding. She’s already left.”
The nurse was indignant, “But I saw her sticking a needle into your head! This is no small matter! What if she…”
Before she could finish, Mr. Hester gave her a sharp look that silenced her immediately.
Mr. Newton, frowned. He had heard about the needle and suspected some unorthodox treatment.
Since Mr. Hester was an important partner of the Newton family, any harm to him would affect the cooperation between the two families.
He added, “Mr. Hester, I’ve informed my third son, who studied medicine abroad. When he returns, he may be able to help. Please don’t let yourself be deceived.”
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Mr. Hester recalled Hope’s appearance and compared it to Mr. Newton, who was clad in designer clothes.
No wonder Hope had made such a request.
With a cold expression, he replied, “Please, Mr. Newton, mind your own business. I need to rest. Everyone, please leave.”
As he lay back, Mr. Newton, unable to force the issue, left with a huff.
In the car, Peter glanced at Hope, who had removed her disguise and was now looking as stunning as ever. His amazement and confusion were palpable.
“Do you really think you can cure my father?”
Hope turned to him, studying his face and
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his lower body before answering, “Of course. And I can also cure your…erection problem.”
Peter’s hand trembled, and he nearly swerved into the roadside grass, barely managing to regain control.
Flushing with embarrassment and shock, he stammered, “How… how did you know?”
“I could tell,” Hope pointed to his face. “Any decent doctor could spot it right away.”
Peter’s face darkened further. No one knew about his problem.
Though his friends often invited him to bars, he never got involved with women. They all assumed he was gay, but only he knew the truth–he wasn’t disinterested in women; he just couldn’t.
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“How do you treat it?”
“Take a few doses of medicine.”
Since his father trusted Hope’s medical skills, Peter figured he might as well try it himself.
Noticing Peter’s hesitation, Hope sent him a friend request and then shared a prescription via Twitter.
“Take one dose tonight, and you’ll see results by morning. But if you want to cure it completely, one dose won’t be enough.”
Peter was skeptical but saved the
prescription in silence. He thought he’d try it out on his father first; if it worked, then he’d let his father continue with her treatment.
After his condition was exposed, Peter
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felt strangely exposed next to Hope. Uncomfortable, he increased the car’s speed, and before long, they arrived at his villa. He quickly dropped Hope off and turned to leave without a word.
For the next week, Hope not only had to treat Easton but also Mr. Hester. Acupuncture was exhausting, so she decided not to return to the Newton family for now, avoiding any trouble they might cause. She needed to focus on her work.
She slipped easily into Easton’s house, surprised to see that the once–overgrown yard was now neat and well–kept. The usual spot where she climbed the wall had been paved with stone slabs.
Had this been done for her?
She could have used the front gate, but old
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habits die hard. Plus, climbing the wall was more discreet and kept the Newton family from finding out and troubling Easton.
She looked up, hoping to spot Easton, but saw no sign of him behind the large windows on the second floor.
Rushing upstairs, she found Easton sitting in his bedroom, his expression dark and radiating an aura of frustration.
“What’s wrong? Did someone make you angry?”
Easton lowered his gaze, trying to conceal the unease flickering in his eyes.
“No.”
Hope was puzzled. Had Easton simply been cooped up at home too long, causing his
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IIILU TI Day and pulled out two
packets of powdered herbs she had ground earlier–one for itching and the other for inducing sleep. She had prepared them on a whim while in the car.
“This one is for itching; this one is for sleep. Keep them with you in case someone tries to harm you. You can use them to protect yourself.” She handed the packets to Easton, feeling the warmth of his large, strong hands as he took them.
Hope couldn’t help but trace the edge of his palm with her fingertip as she withdrew her hand.
“No one is trying to harm me.” Though he said that, Easton still accepted the packets, the tension in his heart dissipating.
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Hope’s eyes drifted over the bruises on Easton’s forehead and hands. “With injuries like these, don’t tell me no one is trying to harm you!”
Easton remained silent, his voice calm as he said, “They’re not human.”
“True” Hope agreed, bending down and gently cupping Easton’s face in her hands, tilting his head up. “Anyone who hurts you is garbage.”
The softness of his face under her hands made Easton stiffen. He tried to push himself back in his wheelchair, but Hope’s expression became stern.
“Don’t move.”
Her face drew closer, her warm breath
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brushing against Easton’s skin, disorienting him.
His gaze locked with hers, lingering on her full lips, then traveling down to her delicate chin, her pale neck….
His hands tightened around the wheelchair’s armrests as he quickly lowered his gaze, unable to meet her eyes.
“What are you doing?”
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