The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart

Chapter 1261

Ronald's gaze was firm, a clear indication of his deep understanding of Kari's physical condition.

"Don't worry, I've got a stash of sweet preserves for you, you won't taste a bit of bitterness," he reassured her. Knowing Kari's aversion to anything remotely bitter, Ronald had prepared well in advance.

Kari was taken aback by his meticulous care, her words of protest dying on her lips. "Okay," she managed.

Her stomach issues were longstanding, and her primary doctor had always been extremely cautious.

When Willa heard her daughter had fainted and was in the hospital, she rushed over without a second thought.

Seeing Ronald's tender care for Kari made her realize something was off.

Since when did brothers tend to their sisters with such devotion, even to the point of wanting to take their place in suffering?

While Ronald stepped out to talk to the doctor, Willa seized the moment to confront Kari, sitting by her bedside with a serious look. "Kari, tell me the truth. Is there something going on between you and Ronald that you're hiding from me?" Kari's face turned beet red instantly. "Mom, I'm not "

"Kari."

stern. "You know your ears twitch like

a wave

you?" Willa

to deny it but knowing she couldn't deceive Willa, Kari

always treated Ronald like her own son, Kari was surprised by her calm,

you feel about him?" Willa

I've always seen him as a brother-" Kari was baffled by Willa's strange enthusiasm. Wasn't

Willa was actually thrilled

Kari inside out, and she trusted his character implicitly. Ronald's unwavering care for Kari convinced Willa that if they could end up together, she could face her late husband with peace of mind,

were meant for each other. She clapped her

are you talking about? We're not

knew Kari was still healing from a past heartbreak. "Kari, I'm not forcing you to be with Ronald, nor am I trying to dictate your love life. I just want you to

Ronald aren't blood siblings. If you two could be together, I'd bless you. But if it's not meant to be, you'll always have

but she

a turn

Kari's hand, she said, "No matter the nature of your relationship with Ronald, having him look