Chapter: 412

The previous week, she had gone to the manor in the southern suburb, hoping to develop a relationship with Theodore. To her dismay, he spent only a day with her and remained silent. The day after Marley’s death anniversary, he promptly sent her back to the hospital.

She didn’t want the surgery because Marley’s wish to cure her heart condition was the reason Theodore cared for her.

She had a nagging feeling that once she recovered from her illness after the operation, Theodore might cease to care for her in the future.

Helen couldn’t bear to think about losing Theodore entirely, so she needed to prolong her illness as much as possible. Her sickness was her bargaining chip and the sole aspect that could kindle Theodore’s compassion.

“What’s the matter, Helen? Are you worried?” The doctor was writing in the medical record when he noticed Helen’s silence and assumed she was feeling unwell.

shook her head, gazing up at the doctor with her large, pleading eyes. “Do I really need to have the surgery so soon? I don’t feel prepared, and lately, I’ve been struggling with insomnia, with my heart

on time. I’ll prescribe some sleeping pills for you; just rest well for a couple of

I’d prefer to undergo the procedure when I’m

in good condition right now. If you don’t have the surgery soon, your heart might not be able to hold

and

to inspect the medical equipment in the ward, ensuring that everything was in good working order. Tuning to

no issues with your operation. Get yourself prepared

realized there was no way to postpone it any longer. She

sabotage the surgery. She

the manor in the southern suburb of the city finally opened. This was the

dozen cars were parked along the driveway. Horace was waiting dutifully in front of one of the cars, an exquisite black Rolls-Royce. He glanced

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