Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

Chapter 127

+ Pearis

The next morning, Lily stirred awake, her eyes fluttering open to a room she didn’t recognize. As her gaze settled on the surroundings, she realized it was a hospital room. Turning her head, she spotted Ethan lying beside her, his face serene and unguarded in sleep,

The soft rays of sunlight filtered through the window, casting a golden glow on his features. It accentuated his already striking face, making him look even more handsome than usual. Her eyes lingered on him, drawn to her favorite feature–his captivating eyes. Though closed now, she knew how easily they could draw someone in, mysterious yet magnetic, framed by long, dark lashes that stood out like a masterpiece.

Shifting slightly, she propped herself up on one elbow and leaned closer to place a gentle kiss on his cheek But just as her lips brushed against him, Ethan turned his face, causing her kiss to land squarely on his lips.

Startled, Lily pulled back instinctively, but before she could retreat, his arm snaked around her waist, pulling her closer. His lips captured hers in a deep, lingering kiss. She froze for a moment, worried about his injuries, but her resolve faltered as the intensity of the kiss grew. Against her better judgment, she melted into it, her senses overwhelmed.

Just as she began to lose herself, Ethan’s hand drifted lower, resting on her back before giving it a playful squeeze. The unexpected gesture caused her to gasp, her surprise nearly leading her to bite his lip.

“Ethan!” she hissed, pulling away abruptly. Her cheeks burned a fiery red as she glared at him. “We’re in a hospital! Behave yourself!”

Her scolding didn’t faze him. Instead, he grinned like a mischievous child caught stealing candy. “But you kissed me first,” he countered, feigning innocence.

“That was an accident!” she shot back, crossing her arms.

“How was I supposed to know that?” he teased, wiggling his eyebrows. “For all I knew, you wanted some morning fun. You know, if you ever have such requests, feel free to tell me. I’d be happy to fulfill every single one.”

Lily’s jaw dropped as her face turned even redder. “You’re shameless!” she snapped, placing a hand over his mouth to stop him from saying anything more.

“For you, always,” he murmured with a wink, his muffled voice oozing playful charm.

Huffing, Lily pushed herself off the bed, eager to distance herself from his shameless antics. As she straightened her clothes, her eyes landed on a bouquet of flowers sitting on the bedside table.

“Ethan, look! Someone sent you flowers,” she said with a smile, walking over to pick them up.

Ethan’s eyes narrowed at the sight of the bouquet. His mind raced. The news of his accident had been kept private, so who could have sent these?

“They’re beautiful,” Lily remarked, holding the bouquet up to her nose to inhale the fragrance. As she turned it slightly, she noticed a small card tucked inside. “Oh, there’s a note!” she exclaim

eaching for it.

the letter, Ethan interjected smoothly, “Lily,

note absentmindedly as she moved to pour water from the jug on the table. Ethan quickly unfolded the note and scanned its contents, his jaw tightening as he read. His expression darkened, the atmosphere in the room shifting

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letter and slid it out of sight just as she turned back with the glass of water. “Here you go,”

you,” he replied, his voice calm but edged with something

was it from?” she asked curiously, gesturing toward

split second before responding with a nonchalant tone, “Probably a client or

a moment, sensing that something wasn’t quite right, but she chose not to press further. Instead, she placed the bouquet

words of the letter. It

know it.

casual shrug. “Oh, it’s from

Assistant Ben wanted to send wishes, why would he include a letter instead of just saying it? It didn’t sit right with her, and she was about to press him further when a knock at

Grateful for the timely distraction, Ethan inwardly sighed with relief, knowing Lily’s sharp intuition might have led

looked good and confirmed he could be discharged the next day. The news lifted their spirits, and

bringing with them a mix of cheer and necessities for Lily and Ethan. Mia handed

scheduled for the day. She didn’t want to leave Ethan’s side, especially given everything that had happened. However, with Ethan and the others urging her to go, she

back soon,” she assured him, holding his hand before walking out with

door closed behind them, Ethan’s soft, loving expression hardened, transforming into one of icy fury. His fingers

Parker asked, noting the shift in

for the letter and flung it onto the

picked up the letter, unfolding it carefully as James leaned in to read over his

dear injured enemy,

r. The contents

well enough for me to knock you down again. I’m sure your mind is racing with

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