Forbidden Passion

Chapter 482 He Truly Cares About You

Theodore couldn't shake the memory of the last time Phoebe smashed that medicine packet. The wild look in her eyes was burned into his brain. He knew she didn't want to be just some baby-making machine. Lately, things had been getting better between them, and whether they had a kid or not didn't seem like a big deal.

However, Theodore's desire for a child wasn't solely because he was crazy about kids; he saw it as a way to strengthen their bond. Having a child would create a tie that could help prevent their relationship from unraveling easily. Evelynwalked in and remarked, "Phoebe gave me a prescription last night. She said she met some miracle doctor while doing charity work who recommended it for her health." Theodore's face softened a bit. "She wants to take it herself? You didn't push her?"

"With Phoebe's attitude, do you think I could force her?" Evelyn shot back. "You've been together for almost four years now. Don't you know her by now?" Theodore pressed his lips together.

Evelyn put the medicine in the fridge and, seeing Theodore still hanging around, glanced at the clock. "It's almost noon. Aren't you going to work?" "Yeah, I got up late today. Phoebe's still sleeping. Don't wake her," Theodore said.

Evelyn gave him a knowing look. "You two are still young. You should take it easy, especially with Phoebe's health."

Feeling a bit awkward, Evelyn cleared her throat. "The doctor said Phoebe's weak and shouldn't have too much... you know. It's not good for her."

Theodore touched his nose and wisely changed the subject. "Did you drive here? I'm heading to the office. I can have Jack give you a ride back."

Evelyn was speechless. She had planned to wait for Phoebe to wake up so they could chat. However, upon Theodore's suggestion, she nodded and followed him out.

In the elevator, Evelyn said, "Theodore, Phoebe's stubborn and keeps things to herself. If she makes you mad, try to understand."

Theodore nodded. "I know."

"Don't hold a grudge against her for making you marry her back then. It was my idea. She argued with me for years because of it, and there's still a rift between us," Evelyn added. Theodore's face froze. "Evelyn, did Phoebe never plan to use the kid to marry me?"

Evelyn, worried Theodore would hold a grudge, quickly said, "Yes, she wanted to raise the kid on her own without relying on anyone. But I was a single mom, and I know how much a single-parent family can affect a kid. That's why I came to you."

into a fist, his gentle expression

taken aback. "Theodore, what do

However, the pain he now felt was more profound than ever. As it turned out, marrying him had never been a consideration on Phoebe's part. Even during her pregnancy with his child,

you home." When Theodore opened his

seeing Evelyn off, Theodore pulled out a pack of cigarettes

long while, he stubbed out the cigarette and tossed it

The bedroom curtains

stayed in bed until her stomach growled, forcing her to

a chill on her back, she realized she was naked under the covers. She quickly grabbed the pajamas by her pillow and put

for a bit before dragging her weak body

the clock on the wall. It was three in the afternoon. She had slept

the kitchen and caught a whiff of a strong medicinal scent. She opened the fridge

she still took out a packet and popped it in the microwave to heat up while calling Evelyn. Evelyn was chatting with her friends. Seeing the caller

She asked, "You awake?"

over? Why didn't you wake me?" Phoebe had slept so deeply she had no idea when Theodore

Jack take me home right after I dropped off the stuff. He really cares about you." Phoebe's cheeks turned red. If he

"I know. I'll hang

on time. Don't skip doses. When you finish this batch,

of the microwave. She held

bitter with a weird taste. Phoebe held her breath for a long time to suppress the urge

that good medicine tasted

Wellness Hospital's rehab area, Vanessa was sweating buckets as she did her exercises under the therapist's guidance. The cast on her leg had been removed, and she was slowly walking forward, holding onto the railing. The physical pain made Vanessa acutely aware that she was still alive, painfully alive, and all this pain was inflicted by