Lost and Found: Return of My Mysterious Fiancee by KIKI

Chapter 868: Natalie Woke Up

Tina ignored Ruud and walked straight to Natalie's bedside. Her mother's face was soft and beautiful, and Tina reached out to gently smooth her hair. Natalie was still in a coma. Just as Tina adjusted the blanket over her, the bright pink bedspread caught her eye.

Natalie's body was connected to numerous advanced medical devices monitoring her condition. Tina carefully checked each one. Everything seemed normal, yet her mother had been asleep for so long. A wave of longing and emotion surged in Tina's chest.

"Instead of wasting your energy on me, you'd better take good care of my mom. Put your whole heart into it," Tina said coldly.

Ruud nodded like a child pecking rice, his tone solemn. "Don't worry. Your mom's life is my life. If anything ever happens to her, I'll give my life to make up for it!"

Tina's eyes flickered, and then she sat back down, quietly keeping her mother company. For the first time, the three of them-Tina, Ruud, and Natalie-were together. The sunlight spilled onto Natalie's serene face, bringing a touch of warmth to the room.

As dusk approached, Tina prepared to leave. She leaned close to Natalie and hugged her tightly. "Mom, I'm waiting for the day we can all be reunited."

"Don't worry, Mom. I'll take care of Tina," Jared said with a smile tugging at his lips. He placed a large hand on Tina's head. "You just wake up soon. I want to marry Tina as soon as possible!"

Ruud shot Jared a sharp glare, his frustration boiling over. I haven't even reconciled with my precious daughter, and you're already in a hurry to get married! Tina hasn't spent time with me yet. I haven't even experienced what it's like to have my little girl close to me! How infuriating!

Jared: "We're already married."

Ruud: "... Get lost!"

again tomorrow," Tina said softly. She left with Jared, leaving

just Ruud and the unconscious

even have the sense to say something nice about me to her! It's so frustrating. When you wake up, you can't let them get married too soon. If anyone's

first met, Natalie had introduced herself as Tracey. Even now, though he knew

Its gray-brown cover had unique textured lines that gave it an artistic, almost magical feel. Ruud's large hand clasped Natalie's slender, calloused fingers resting on the bed. With his other hand, he

full of things I wanted to say to you." His eyes softened, overflowing with tenderness. The golden glow of the setting sun filtered through the window,

Snow is falling heavily in northern Sinoria. I still remember the first time I saw you, fighting so gracefully. Your face was soft and gentle, like a

In those moments, your calm and determined eyes always

north. I got injured. In my dreams, I see your smile. Your voice and laughter always lift my spirits. I

I remember our first date. You stood me up. Before that, when we chatted, it was gardenia season. You casually mentioned how fragrant they were. I snuck into my dad's garden and picked some of his carefully tended blooms. They were big and beautiful, but you didn't show up. I

but chuckle as he read, a faint smile softening his sharp features. He leaned

age had mellowed him. The domineering air he once carried was

Natalie's side. When he woke, dawn was breaking, the sky a pale wash of light. Years of disciplined work had given

flowers from the vase, and headed out

petal glistening with morning dew. The crisp air carried a familiar,