Chapter 1178

Yvonne instinctively turned to flee, but Joe was quicker, catching up and grabbing her arm.

"I'll take you home," he said.

"No need, Nina's on her way," Yvonne replied, using her friend as a shield. Nina was the only person she could rely on in moments like this.

"I swear, I won't do anything. Just let me drive you back," Joe promised, showing her the IV needle still in his wrist. "Even if I wanted to, I don't have the strength. I've been on IV drips for days, and standing here is making me dizzy."

Before she could respond, a gust of wind blew rain against them. Joe did not wait for an answer. He scooped Yvonne up and shoved her into the car.

Yvonne gave up struggling, her gaze empty as she stared out the window.

like that. Don't treat me this way. You have no idea how much I've missed you these past few days... but, never mind. You wouldn't understand. Just know, I've never lied to you. Please, believe me." Yvonne looked him straight in the

darkened as he barked, "Drive to

hotel, memories of that night, when she

In a panic, she tried to escape the car, but Joe grabbed her tightly. Desperate, Yvonne gripped his wrist,

jumped out.

after her, boss?" the driver asked

himself. The darkness and heavy rain made it impossible to see.

certain Joe had left, she emerged from her hiding spot. Fearful of being seen,

hesitated, not wanting to worry her. After a long moment of indecision, she finally dialed Nigel's

out. Her entire body felt feverish, and her

it deeply ironic. A wave of sadness washed over her, and with a bitter smile, she lay down on the floor and fell asleep. When Yvonne woke up, she found herself in a hospital room. Startled, she immediately looked around, trying to figure out how she had gotten

you here. You're still running a fever, Miss

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