When I mentioned Dominic, my voice remained calm, as if I had already come to terms with it.
Julian didn’t press further, only changing the subject gently. “I know you haven’t paid for your father’s surgery yet Consider it a loan between friends. You can pay me back later.”
Julian knew how difficult it had been for me–a young woman struggling to earn enough money to cover everything. He had tried to help me on several occasions, but I had always stubbornly refused.
This time was no different.
I shook my head again softly, declining. “No need, Julian.”
His expression turned solemn, frustration flashing across his eyes. “Celeste, your father’s illness is severe. Are you really willing to endure humiliation from that scoundrel rather than accept my help?”
“I have no hidden intentions–I genuinely want to help you. My family might not be as wealthy as the Kingsfords, but this amount is nothing to me. Please, don’t burden yourself with guilt.”
Holding the cup in my hands, I raised my head slowly to meet his worried gaze. I knew my complexion must look terribly pale, judging by the sorrowful expression on his face.
“Julian, I know you’re a good man, but…” My voice broke slightly, filled with quiet resignation. “I have no future.”
Whether it was a romantic relationship or accepting money, I simply couldn’t repay either.
The IV bag was nearly empty. Resolutely, I pulled out the needle without even bothering to press cotton against my skin. Blood immediately trickled down my arm.
Ignoring the stinging sensation, I stood up calmly and reached for my coat, slipping it on slowly.
“Julian, you don’t need to worry about the money. Once Dominic signs the divorce papers, he’ll pay the ten million
llars I requested. My dad just underwent surgery, so I need to visit him at the hospital.”
I knew my stubbornness frustrated people. It always had–ever since I quit my studies and chose marriage over a promising future.
Even my former mentor once expressed disappointment during a dinner, sighing softly and remarking, “Such a promising talent–what a shame. I wonder who influenced her to give it all up.”
Perhaps sensing that Julian intended to offer me a ride, I held up my phone casually. “My car’s already here.”
It was a gentle but firm refusal, preventing him from insisting.
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Swallowing back tears, I softly replied, “No, I don’t regret it.”
With a soft click, I closed the door behind me, leaving Jadian standing there wit complicated emotions.
When I reached the hospital, my father was still unconscious in the MT. I could only stand outside, gazing at him through the glass. The questions weighing heavily on my heart remained unspoken
In my memories, Dad was always a humble gentleman. Before my parents dorced Id never even heard them argue seriously. Even after my mother left us, my father had never remarried, spending all his free time keeping me
company.
Whenever Dominic and I were together in the past, he would sometimes mention my father warmly. Back then Dominic had never shown any signs of resentment
I recalled hearing that Dominic had a sister who’d gone missing in childhood, causing his mother’s mental health to deteriorate significantly.
But how was my father involved with his missing sister? Could that be why Dominic’s amitude toward me had changed so drastically?
Determined to uncover the truth, I began investigating the people around my father. Early the next morning. I attempted to contact Driver Joshua and Steward Jacob, who had worked for my family for many years.
Strangely enough, everyone close to my father had either experienced unusual accidents or become impossible to
ontact overseas.
My father, the only one who could tell me the truth, was still lying unconscious. I felt like a headless fly, wandering aimlessly in the dark.
These circumstances were too suspicious to be mere coincidences; someone had deliberately orchestrated it all.
Unable to find answers from my father’s side, I turned my focus toward Dominic’s inner dirde is driver Lucas. and his assistant Jordan.
I glanced at my watch. Seven o’clock. At this time, they should be on their way to pick up Dominic.
Taking a deep breath, I dialed Jordan’s number. Thankfully, after a few rings, his polite and professional voice
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answered, “Madam”
Tearing that long forgotten title once again made bitterness rise within me, but I forced myself to remain composed. “Jordan. I’ve arranged to make procedures for dissolution of the mate relationship with Dominic today. Could you come pick me up?
There was silence on the other end for a moment. Jordan, like Dominic, disliked unexpected situations.
Quickly. I added, “Don’t misunderstand, I have no other intentions. I’m just worried something unexpected might catur again and delay the divorce, My father is still hospitalized, and I haven’t paid his medical expenses yet. I…”
Jordan and Lucas had always been kind to me in the past. After hearing my slight vulnerability, Jordan finally responded gently. “Where are you now, Madam? I’ll come immediately.”
I quickly gave him a convenient address, close to their route. It was also along the way to Noble Springs Residence,
Marina’s home.
Though I hated to admit it, Dominic had been photographed frequently by the media staying there with Marina. He must have spent those months away from me there.
“I’m sorry, Madam. We’re currently near Cedar Road, so it may take about twenty minutes. Is that okay?” Jordan asked politely.
“Yes, that’s fine.” Cedar Road? That was near the Kingsford family residence. Weren’t he and Marina living together?
Shaking the irrelevant thought away quickly, I reminded myself it was none of my business.
Lucas arrived promptly. As always, Jordan respectfully opened the door for me. “I’m sorry to keep you waiting,
Madam.
I nodded politely as I stepped into the car. “It wasn’t a long wait.”
Compared to Jordan’s composed and professional demeanor, Lucas was more talkative and friendly. “Madam, how come you’re up so early on such a cold day? Even the roosters haven’t crowed yet.”
1.dan shot him a warning glare, and Lucas hurriedly changed the subject. But soon, his curiosity won out, and he cautiously said, “Madam, I used to think Alpha Kingsford changed his attitude because of Marina. Now, I’m starting to think it might not just be about another woman. You’ve been married to him–surely you know about his sister-”
A sharp braking suddenly interrupted Lucas, who quickly raised his hands apologetically. “Madam, I’m sorry, I shouldn’t have mentioned that.”
Jordan calmly stepped in. “Madam, you know that Alpha Kingsford’s private matters are strictly off–limits. Even if we wanted to, we didn’t know much. Please understand.”
Covering my face with my hands, tears escaped through my fingers as desperation overcame me.
“I know it’s difficult for you. But I’m truly at my wit’s end. Dominic won’t speak to me; my father just had surgery
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and remains unconscious, my family is falling apart. Every lead has gone cold. Even if it costs in my life. I need to know the truth. I can’t live day after day with his hatred tormenting me.”
Jordan hesitated briefly. Finally, as though making up his mind, he took out a pen, scribbling down a series of addresses on a piece of paper.
“Madam, for the sake of out past acquaintance, this is the most I can do to help you
He handed it to me discreetly, his expression unreadable but tinged with compassion.
Gratefully, I clutched the paper tightly, hoping desperately that it would lead me to the truth behind everything.
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