Love's Bitter Edge (Eva and Leonard)

Chapter 424

Chapter 424 A Graceful Exit

At first, Alisa was skeptical when I mentioned I had come to peace with everything, but seeing my calm demeanor, she had no choice but to accept it. Julian said Jack had brought back a special medication from abroad, which was why I had regained consciousness. At

the time, my intense stress took a toll on my cardiovascular system. Here I was, in my 20s, but I felt like I was in my 100s.

I could meet my end at any moment, but thankfully, I had a great group of friends looking out for me. None of them directly mentioned my health condition, but I could piece it together. At least for now, I was stable enough to stay alive.

I insisted on not having anyone keep watch over me except for Nina, who helped take care of me each day. The weather was good when Nina suggested taking me for a stroll. She said, "You're already pale to begin with. Not seeing the sun will make you look even worse. I bought you a lovely scarf. A lot of ladies are wearing similar designs nowadays."

Knowing I wasn't keen on wigs, Nina had picked up various headscarves just for me. But little did she know wearing one would only draw more attention to my appearance. Anyone would be able to tell I was ill.

Still, I didn't want to hurt her feelings, so I put on the scarf and went out with her. Little did I know, Leonard came to see me and brought the media along.

see you're okay," he said, rushing over and squatting in front of my

soft, his movements careful. It was as

Why haven't you come to see me? So much for caring for

were near the end, but here I was, saying whatever I wanted without holding back. I knew the media he had brought along wouldn't speak up for me. Even if some of the things I said got cut out, I still

putting on an act again? Why don't you go to drama school already? I'm warning you-Eva can't handle any stress right now. I won't let you off the hook

wheelchair back toward the

right on our

of times, Alisa wanted to confront him directly, but

was pointless. The media was on his side, and I didn't want Alisa to be

entrance to the ward, Leonard blocked our

need to talk about our

going to remarry you?

business as he turned to me. I was all too familiar with that expression of his. My brows furrowed together.

never considered remarrying you. You should know that. If you