One year, one love by Aurora Miller

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Lewis saw right through Doris’s thoughts, so she didn’t bother hiding them anymore. They’re not friendly to me, let alone you. I just don’t want you to be treated poorly

“Treated poorly? They dare not.” Lewis reassured the anxious Doris. “Til go check out the supermarket

The hospital had a 24–hour mini–mart stocked with everything.

“Let’s go together then.” Doris couldn’t argue against Lewis.

In the mini–mart, Doris and Lewis picked out a basket of fruit and a carton of milk before heading to the inpatient ward.

When the elevator doors opened on the fifth floor, they saw Laura standing right outside, as if she had been waiting for them.

Laura’s eyes flickered when she saw Lewis–she hadn’t expected him to come so late at night. But in her eyes, Lewis was a responsible and decent person. It made sense to her that he would accompany Doris to the hospital.

She smiled warmly, “Lewis, you’re here.”

“Laura.” Lewis and Doris both greeted her.

“Where’s Mom?” Doris asked.

Laura noticed the things Lewis was carrying and maintained her politeness. “Follow me.”

Doris and Lewis walked past the nurses‘ station and down the corridor with Laura.

Since there weren’t any available beds in the wards, Peyton had to stay in an extra bed in the hallway.

Jimmy was standing nearby, his brows furrowed. The moment he saw Doris, his anger flared up. If they weren’t in a hospital, and if it weren’t the middle of the night, he would’ve already been pointing at her nose, yelling.

“I called you all day and you didn’t pick up. What are you even doing here now? And bringing someone who has nothing to do with this?” Jimmy snapped at Doris.

“He’s my

husband, not some outsider,” Doris stood her ground, protecting Lewis while lying smoothly. “Dad, we’re legally married. What’s the point of you making a fuss? You’d better just accept reality. I was busy earlier, and then my phone died.”

think I’ll believe that?”

or not, I don’t care.” Doris didn’t want to argue with him.

hospital. Can you not make a scene?” Laura tried to calm

just dozed off after struggling to

and turned to Laura. “Sis, what did the doctor say? Does Mom have some kind

her chest.” Laura’s face was full of worry. “They need to

suddenly felt lightheaded.

time, noticing how pale she looked. “Are

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steadied herself and shook her

scare yourself before the results come out.” Lewis’s voice was gentle but firm, bringing

nodded repeatedly. “Mom’s going to be fine

take care of your mom, I’ll head

get you

take me home.” Jimmy looked at

Doris widened their eyes in shock, staring at Jimmy in disbelief. They had no idea

on the other hand, remained completely calm and unbothered.

with Jimmy and

why disturb him and Claudia? Even if he came, what could he do?” Jimmy said, still

She’s always made sure

her son, doesn’t even bother showing his face? Does that make sense to you? She’s his mother,

Mom have sacrificed so much for him, but do you really think he appreciates it? The more you spoil him, the more

won’t let you talk about your brother like that,” Jimmy roared. “Rupert already said that because

who’s ‘married off and no

that Doris was just trying to stir up trouble. “No matter what you say, I won’t

husband into this?” Doris’s chest tightened with frustration. Jimmy

you tell me to get used to the fact that you’re married as soon as possible? So what if he gives me a ride?

with an outsider as soon as you got married. You won’t even let your husband give me a ride. Can we really rely on

his argument sound so logical that Doris ended up

arm. “Doris, this is a hospital. Mom needs to rest.

stepped in at the right moment. “Laura is right. You stay here at the

Lewis, and Lewis didn’t think much of Jimmy