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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.

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

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

on her wrist was strong; his knuckles turned pale while redness spread to its surroundings,

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

and past midnight, Maggie felt disoriented.

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was Nathael’s birthday, but they ended up

had brainstormed countless surprises for him, but plans changed unexpectedly.

things proved

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

at it.

her and sat beside

Maggie replied softly without even lifting her eyes.

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

look at him, Maggie’s pale face

his eyes,

but it’s not

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

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

sorrow. It was better to maintain her absence than to cause more pain by returning-

Ericko said again. Even though her parents didn’t know who she really was, they

go back,” Maggie replied softly, politely refusing

tone became serious. “Maggie, Ronald is cunning and calculating. I’m

all these years. Don’t worry,”

There was a hint of worry in his

much about Nathael… and Timmothy?” Maggie

of this, Ericko fell silent for a moment before speaking gently. “Timmothy’s dad was Charlie, the

the rest of Old Mr. Harris’s sons. He didn’t pursue business or politics but enjoyed sculpting. With the Harris

his choice, Old Mr. Harris wanted to steer him back on the right path, so he arranged for Charlie to marry Emilia, a distinguished lady from the Finleys.

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