Chapter 157

Alexander’s expression softened. “And the other thing?

“The other thing is that I want you to find out whether her talling into the water was truly an accident after she wakes up,” Wren said,

“Ask her if she’s encountered anyone unusual or noticed anything out of the ordinary since she and here I can’t feel at ease leaving her here until I know for sure what happened.”

Wren had always known that Clara was a stubborn girl. Once she decided on something, she would see it through no matter what. Just like her feelings for him back then.

Despite his rejection and coldness, she had still loved him with the intensity at a blazing fire, relentlessly moving closer to him. It wasn’t until he completely shattered her hopes and broke her heart that she finally gave up

She had chosen to come to Longfield to work as a volunteer teacher. Until she completed her mission, she wouldn’t give up or leave either. Since she refused to leave, he had no choice but to help her in every way he could.

Alexander nodded, acknowledging the importance of clarifying the matter.

“Alright, I’ll ask her for you. But I won’t be to her. If she figures out it was you who saved her, the most I can do is stay silent.”

“As long as you take care of her and find out what I need to know, you don’t have to worry about anything else. I’ll handle the rest.”

“It better be that way,” Alexander replied indifferently.

Then he turned his gaze toward the door. “Can I go in and see her now?”

A flash of reluctance appeared in Wren’s eyes, but he eventually nodded.

“She’s still unconscious. Be quiet.”

“I know,” Alexander said, then humed and carefully opened the door, stepping into the room.

His grip on the railing tightened as he restrained himself from

of surprise crossed his eyes, Wren was actually willing

bright face was devoid of color, with a faintly unhealthy flush on her cheeks. She

inexplicable ache that caught him off guard. He stepped closer to

room was dimly lit

lingering on her pale and delicate face. Without thinking, he reached out and touched her forehead. As expected, it was burning hot.

who has fallen ill. Get some rest. This time, I’ll take care of you,” Alexander said, withdrawing his hand. His gaze softened

respond,

to smooth her furrowed brow, just as his hand hovered above her,

Chapter 158

walked to the end of the hallway, hesitated for a moment,

late at night. The phone rang for over ten

something urgent happen? Ethan’s voice was tinged with

to ask you about something.” When

the sound of rustling fabric and footsteps. It sounded as though Ethan had stepped outside and closed a glass door behind him. After a pause, he replied,

thought had crossed his mind, and he remembered that Clara still had classes tomorrow. Given her personality, she would

arrangements before tomorrow. Moreover, there was something else he needed

from the principal that you were the one who picked her up when she first arrived in Longfield. At school, you seem to interact with her the most. Have you noticed if she has had any conflicts with anyone? Or anyone has intentions toward her?”

a moment of stunned silence on the other end before Ethan’s nice turned serious. “Mr. Zachman, why are you suddenly asking about this? Did something happen to Ms.

on the dark night outside. His expression was shadowed

worried, so I went out to find her. As it turned out,

Are you at the town hospital? I’ll come over right now.” Ethan’s tone grew

in critical condition. However, she inhaled cold water into her lungs, leading to a mild infection and a high fever. She was also deprived of oxygen for too long. The doctor suggested she stay under observation for two days

was out of immediate danger, Ethan finally let out a

into the pond wasn’t an accident? Do you think someone deliberately targeted her?””

tell me it’s not that simple. Clara isn’t the type of person to act recklessly. It’s unlikely she would just ride her bike straight into a pond without reason. There must be more

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