Chapter 989:

Far from holding a grudge, Eric owed Denver a heartfelt thank-you. As Denver had pointed out, without his quick thinking, Hadley might have slipped away forever.

Eric squeezed his eyes shut, the weight of that thought pressing down on him. Compared to the nightmare of losing Hadley forever, being outplayed by Denver was a mere drop in the bucket.

“It doesn’t matter,” Eric said through gritted teeth, shaking his head as his gaze locked onto the hospital door. “All we can do now is bide our time.”

Waiting was his only card left to play. Hadley was safe, and that was a balm to his frayed nerves. Yet a nagging question gnawed at him. Had Hadley’s heart always belonged to Denver?

She had never given him a chance, but there was a time when Denver had lit a spark in her. Now, with Denver playing the hero, risking it all to save her, would she run back into his arms?

Inside the sterile confines of the hospital room, Hadley rested motionless on the bed, an oxygen mask cradling her face. The soft shuffle of footsteps stirred her, and her eyes fluttered open.

“Hadley,” Denver murmured, his voice a gentle breeze as he glided to her bedside, careful not to ruffle her fragile peace. “How are you holding up?”

waved her off. “Don’t strain yourself. The nurse said you’re still too

paused, then offered a faint smile, her eyelids dipping like curtains at the end of a quiet scene—a silent reassurance that

a relief,” Denver said, his voice catching as tears welled up, spilling over despite his best efforts. He reached for Hadley’s hand, his

grin broke through his tears. “The nurse mentioned you were asking for

nod, her eyes

????? ????

glistening as he read Hadley’s unspoken thoughts. “I’m right as rain, see?

eyes darting to his arm as a rough, raspy sound scratched its

Denver had thrown it up to shield

meaning, lifting the injured limb with a wince that betrayed his pain. “Ouch… well, it does hurt a bit!” He chuckled, brushing

gentle squeeze. “I’ll have it looked at soon. You were

having it—she wouldn’t let him wave it

her face pleading

out a soft laugh. “Alright, I hear you.

her hand free, his smile dimming as a thought crossed

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255