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.

yet unfamiliar voice momentarily stunned Joyce, sending a chill down her

slowly, “Mr. Hansen, you can let go now. Thank

pale while redness spread to its surroundings, mirroring the

he whispered, “Didn’t I tell you never to appear

dragged on, and past midnight, Maggie

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Nathael’s birthday, but they ended up spending it in the

surprises for him, but plans changed

things proved unpredictable.

box with one hand and leaned against the wall, gazing blankly

at it.

sat beside

don’t have an appetite.” Maggie replied softly without

suggested, “Why not head home directly? I’m anxious every time you’re at the Camerons, I worry about your safety

at him, Maggie’s pale face showed little colour.

the concern in his eyes, Maggie

tempted, but it’s not possible,” she

consider returning to the Adams‘

changed now. If she didn’t have much time left to live, why bring sadness to her parents by

bring joy now only brings sorrow. It was better

her parents

go back,” Maggie replied softly,

became serious. “Maggie, Ronald is cunning and calculating.

years. Don’t worry,” Maggic

her resolve, Ericko knew he couldn’t change her mind. There was a hint of worry in his eyes, evident even behind his

know much about Nathael… and

fell silent for a moment before speaking gently. “Timmothy’s dad was Charlie, the fifth son of Old Mr. Harris. Since he was young. Charlie was

different from the rest of Old Mr. Harris’s sons. He didn’t pursue business or politics but enjoyed sculpting. With the Harris family’s wealth, he lived a lavish life like a playboy.

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 and

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