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.

stunned Joyce, sending a chill down

at his handsome face, she spoke slowly, “Mr. Hansen, you can let go now. Thank

his knuckles turned pale while redness spread to its surroundings, mirroring the state of Joyce’s wrist.

“Didn’t I tell

surgery dragged on, and past midnight, Maggie

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292 The Origin

Nathael’s birthday, but they ended

for him, but plans changed

things proved unpredictable.

Maggie opened the box with one hand and leaned against the

at it.

congee for her and sat beside her, speaking softly, “You

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

her hand and suggested, “Why not head home directly? I’m anxious every

him, Maggie’s

the concern in his

it’s not possible,”

perhaps she would seriously consider returning to the Adams‘ protection and

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

was better to maintain her absence than to cause more pain by

really worried about you,” Ericko said again. Even though her parents didn’t know who she really was,

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

been okay all these years. Don’t worry,” Maggic reassured him

he couldn’t change her mind. There was a hint of worry in

Nathael… and Timmothy?” Maggie shifted

Ericko 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 smart but also

sons. He didn’t pursue business or politics but enjoyed sculpting. With the Harris family’s wealth, he lived a lavish

the right path, so he arranged

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