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,

“Mr. Hansen, you can let go now.

was strong; his knuckles turned pale while

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

surgery dragged on, and past midnight, Maggie felt

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birthday, but they ended up spending it in the

countless surprises for him, but plans changed unexpectedly.

things proved

the brooch, Maggie opened the box with one hand and leaned against

at it.

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

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

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

to look at him, Maggie’s pale face

concern in his

it’s not possible,” she

for the ‘Dream Venom, perhaps she would seriously consider returning to the Adams‘ protection and living peacefully for the rest of her life.

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

was better to

you,” Ericko said again. Even though her

replied softly, politely

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

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

her mind. There was a hint of worry in his eyes, evident even behind

about Nathael… and Timmothy?” Maggie shifted the conversation slowly.

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

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

Old Mr. Harris wanted to steer him back on the right path, so he arranged for Charlie to marry Emilia,

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