Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

Chapter 118

At the Hospital

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While Ethan and his driver were being treated in the ICU, a strikingly handsome man stood outside the operation theater. His sharp features were accentuated by an impeccably tailored black suit, radiating an aura of authority and menace.

Nearby, the man in black who had brought Ethan to the hospital stood silently in a corner, his head bowed as he awaited further instructions.

“How’s the driver?” the suited man asked, his voice calm but laced with an undercurrent of coldness.

“The driver is severely injured, Boss,” the man in black replied. “He’s being treated in another room.”

The suited man nodded thoughtfully. “Find out if he has any family. If he does, send them some money to keep them quiet.”

“Yes, Boss,” the man in black acknowledged with a slight bow.

“What about the CCTV footage?” the suited man continued, his tone sharper now.

“It’s all taken care of. The footage has been completely destroyed. No one will be able to retrieve it,” the man in black assured him.

“Good.” A satisfied smirk spread across the man’s face. He waved his hand dismissively, signaling the man in black to leave. With a respectful bow, the subordinate disappeared down the corridor.

The man’s gaze shifted back to the operation theater. A dark chuckle escaped his lips as he muttered under his breath, “Ethan, my dear ex–best friend… Do you like my little welcoming gift? This is just the beginning. The pain you feel now is nothing compared to what’s coming.”

His eyes gleamed with malice as he whispered, “I’m back, Collins Ethan. The families you hold dear–the Astor’s, the Collin’s, and the Baldwin’s–will all crumble. You destroyed my family, took my father from me, and left me with nothing. You betrayed me, shattered our friendship… and now, you’ll pay. Every single one of you will pay.”

Clenching his fists tightly, he turned to face the operation theater one last time, his jaw set in determination. Just then, a nurse approached him, holding a clipboard and

pen.

“Excuse me, sir,” she began, her tone polite but professional. “Are you related to the patient?”

The man’s icy demeanor returned in an instant. “No,” he replied curtly, his voice clipped. Without another glance at the theater, he turned on his heel and strode away.

thoughts churned with plans for vengeance. Suddenly, he spotted Assistant Ben rushing past him, his face pale with worry. The man paused, a cold smile forming on his lips.

elevator, his polished shoes clicking against the tiled floor. As he reached the elevator and pressed the button, the doors opened with a soft ding. Just as he was about to step inside, someone

stumbled slightly but instinctively reached out to steady the person who had bumped into him. “Are you bli-” he started to snap, irritation flashing in his eyes. But the words froze on

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expression tugged at something deep within him, a feeling

he asked, his tone softening as he gazed at

Lily said quickly, her voice trembling. She stepped back, bowing slightly in apology before hurrying past him toward

called out, raising his hand to stop her. But she was already gone, disappearing down the corridor before he could

after she had

within him, compelling him to follow her. But just

to me?” he muttered under his breath, frustrated with the uncharacteristic pull he felt. His brows furrowed in annoyance as

toward the operation theater. Her heart pounded as she approached and saw Assistant Ben seated outside, his usually composed demeanor overshadowed by

worry.

from running. “How is he?

the hospital staff about Boss’s condition. He sustained a serious injury on the left side of his head and has a fractured left shoulder. He’s still in surgery.”

breath hitched. “What about the driver?” she asked, her

room being treated,” Assistant Ben said,

face pale and stricken. “Ethan…” she whispered, her voice cracking as tears streamed down her

is strong. He’ll get through this. Everything will be okay.” But despite his reassurances, her

making calls. Within moments, he had informed Ivy, Parker, and James about

her voice shaking but firm, “please contact the driver’s family immediately. Make

Miss Lily,” he

added, wiping her eyes, “ensure that no information about Ethan’s accident leaks to

with a nod, already planning how

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