Chapter 292 The Origin

Most of Maggie’s injuries were superficial, with the most severe occurring when she fell from a height, but Nathael had shielded her well.

Thus, despite their scary appearance, the injuries weren’t grave.

Once her wounds were tended to, Mia and Joyce assisted her in freshening up and changing into new clothes before she headed back to the operating room.

Ericko had been waiting nearby, accompanied by another man.

Jimmy lounged casually against a wall in the corridor, exuding an air of fatigue with his arms crossed over

his chest.

He had striking features, and his attractive face possessed a mix of charm and fierceness. He gave off a sense of intrigue and sophistication, which was captivating.

Upon hearing Maggie’s approach, Jimmy glanced up, and his eyes met the figure next to her, freezing in an instant.

The woman had a naturally beautiful face with a gentle complexion. Her eyes were cold yet clear. Her nose straight, and she exuded a distant yet gentle aura.

Joyce glanced up at his gaze, and their eyes locked for a moment, leaving them both momentarily

stunned.

Joyce’s throat tightened, caught off guard by their unexpected encounter.

Quickly, she averted her gaze, concealing any additional emotions.

Jimmy chuckled. His eyes glinted with mischief, giving him a charming appearance, but there was a hint of malice beneath the surface.

Joyce guided Maggie towards the operating room, passing Jimmy. Suddenly, she stumbled, as if something had tripped her.

Jimmy reached out and caught her wrist, pulling her towards him.

“Ms. Sanders, it’s been a while,” he whispered coldly in her ear.

voice momentarily stunned Joyce, sending

at his handsome face, she spoke slowly, “Mr. Hansen,

knuckles turned pale while redness spread to its surroundings, mirroring the state

gaze darkening as he whispered, “Didn’t I tell you never to appear in

on, and past

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ended up spending it

had brainstormed countless surprises for him, but plans

things proved unpredictable.

the brooch, Maggie opened the box with one hand

at it.

sat beside her, speaking softly, “You

Maggie replied softly without even

gently held her hand and suggested, “Why not head home directly? I’m anxious every time you’re at the Camerons,

at him, Maggie’s pale face

his eyes, Maggie smiled

tempted, but it’s not possible,”

she would seriously consider returning to the Adams‘ protection and living peacefully for the rest of her

have much time left to

It was better to

you,” Ericko said again. Even though her parents didn’t know who she really was, they always cared for her.

time with them when I go back,” Maggie replied softly, politely refusing the idea of

is cunning and calculating. I’m always concerned about your safety at the Camerons‘

years. Don’t worry,”

change her mind. There was a hint of worry in

and Timmothy?” Maggie shifted the conversation

dad was Charlie, the fifth son of Old Mr. Harris. Since he

business or politics but enjoyed sculpting. With the Harris family’s wealth, he lived

steer him back on the right path, so he arranged for Charlie to marry Emilia, a distinguished lady from the Finleys. Emilia was well–educated

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