When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel)

Doll 1778

Chapter 1778 Taking Care Of Darren

Madeline reacted quickly, stepping back instinctively-but not fast enough. Darren's vomit splattered onto her clothes.

She had never taken care of anyone like this before. The moment the vomit hit her, she bolted straight to the bathroom, scrubbing herself clean. After changing into fresh clothes, all she wanted was to crawl into bed and forget the whole ordeal.

But as she passed by the living room and saw Darren lying there utterly disheveled, a flicker of sympathy stirred in her chest.

Memories surfaced-memories from years ago, when things were different. Back then, they had just gotten married, and her world had crumbled when her family fell into trouble. She had drowned herself in alcohol, seeking an escape from reality.

And every single time, she would end up just as intoxicated as Darren. However, she would wake up the next morning tucked neatly into bed. Darren would be seated beside her.

She slowly approached Darren, picked up a clean set of clothes, and began changing him.

However, the task proved far from easy. Darren was not only too tall but also completely uncooperative. After much effort, she finally managed to change his jacket.

As for the rest, she decided to leave it. After tidying up the space and covering him with a blanket, she finally felt a sense of relief and returned to her room.

But before she could fully settle in, a sudden knock echoed through the quiet night.

Who is it this time?

Suppressing her irritation, Madeline got up and went to check.

door, she was met with the sight of Zachary, his face marred by a fresh bruise, as

It's late. What brings you

his gaze drifted past her into the living room, where Darren lay sprawled

then did he shift his focus

exactly is going on between you and Darren now? Hasn't he already explained everything? That

this hour just to interrogate

moment before finally replying, "I understand, but this is

Zachary fell silent.

no right to had

but

2e he'd grown u

wasn't just a

was

stronger than family belongs

has he ever drunk this much?" Zachary's

"Whatever issues

you just talk

once so close-how did

Darren had been childhood sweethearts, their engagement arranged early

air between them grew heavy with

said, "If there's nothing

a response, she turned and walked back to