When Love Breaks by Jack

Chapter 604

On the outskirts of the city, nestled among green fields, stood the Serenity Rehabilitation Center.

The doctors assured that Hanson was not in mortal danger, but his future seemed confined to a bed.

Yet, with rigorous physiotherapy, there was a glimmer of hope for some independence.

Gregory simply checked him into the center, sparing no expense for his care but dismissing the need for rehabilitation.

Hanson found speech difficult now, his words slurred, his face asymmetric. Whenever he opened his mouth, drool would escape.

A caregiver, with a patience saint-like, tied a bib around his neck – reminiscent of those worn by infants.

For Hanson, it was an unparalleled humiliation.

He regretted his past outbursts of temper and pride.

Gregory, observing Hanson’s glare, couldn’t help but smirk.

“You should be grateful for your devoted wife. Without her, I, the so-called ruthless man you despise, wouldn’t let you live comfortably.”

“Always wanted to control me, right? Well, watch closely how I live freely and arrogantly.”

…

at Elmwood Villas, Bella announced she would

her culinary efforts would be limited to baking, avoiding the mess of cooking oils. Yet, my judgment might have been too

it turned out, cooking was not

won’t do

almost turned the kitchen into a bonfire before Zoe stepped in to save the

Zoe holding a charred pan,

gesturing for me

for the grease on her hands, and we couldn’t help but laugh at

and cleaning herself off. “I

if

with my mother,

Bella, I whispered, “It’s

my back, “And it’s wonderful to have you back

Bella made work calls, Gregory rang me up. “Heard you’re home. Also heard about the near-explosion?” Without guessing,

anyone, even landing his own father

say that in front of

“I wouldn’t dare.”

scoffed, “Yeah, you just run to my

“How else am I to

on your end? Everyone at

pry into

worry, they are. Just take