Chapter 734

Jareth had spent just one night in the hospital.

Throughout that sleepless night, he was on the phone non–stop, taking calls, arranging press conferences, and reaching out to renowned psychiatrists and psychologists both domestic and abroad. He was desperate to secure the best possible care for his beloved.

But Barry, as if determined to drive Jareth to distraction, had dumped the entire weight of the corporation’s affairs on his shoulders without regard for his well–being.

Dean stood by helplessly, almost on the verge of tears.

That morning, shortly after Jareth had been hooked up to an IV drip, Lily’s call came through. Learning that Marilla was stable, Jareth immediately yanked out the needle and strode towards the exit while donning his black coat.

“Dean, get the car ready!”

“Mr. Fairhaven, you really should finish your meds before you rush off!” Dean felt heartsick, witnessing how Mr. Fairhaven had tormented himself and how his face had turned gaunt from just a few days of stress.

“I’m fine.”

Jareth had already reached the door; his silhouette showed a blend of determination and desolation, and his hoarse voice was filled with urgent longing. “Nothing matters more to me than seeing my wife.”

Once again, the luxury car pulled into the sprawling driveway of Havenbrook Villa.

again, Jareth was turned

better. She had a hearty breakfast,” Mr. Murray greeted him; in his respectful

ate well? That’s

quivering. He was easily lost in sweet memories, “Marilla’s never been keen on breakfast, and she always needed me to coax and

Looking after our Ms. Marilla for so

sharp pain struck Jareth’s heart.

sounded like a farewell.

Ms. Marilla. She’s doing well, so you don’t need to worry. Since it’s getting colder these days, please don’t catch a chill. Please go

“Murray!”

gaze was feverish as he grabbed hold of Mr. Murray’s arm; with his dry lips parting in urgency and his voice hoarse with a delay, he pleaded “Can I see Marilla, please? Just a glimpse.

is not to receive visitors during her recovery. Please leave, Mr. Murray repeated mechanically.

“Visitor?”

at the alien word and couldn’t help but give out a heavy cough, “Marilla is my fiancée, my love! My

understand you’re in a tough spot.

this young gentleman grow up, couldn’t maintain his impassive facade for long, so

Chapter 734

happened, you know how angry and resentful Mr. Hamilton is. Moreover, Mr. Barry

he done?!” Jareth pressed, frantic

arguing fiercely with Mr. Frederic. Ms. Evadne was also present.”

the phone. Your engagement to Ms. Marilla, I’m afraid it’s off.”

world seemed to implode, and he felt debris and dust raining down upon him, causing a pain so intense that he could taste iron in

could imagine just how vicious Barry’s words must have been.

as the darling of the Abernathy family than as a grand lady. You’ve done nothing wrong. It’s just that the two of you weren’t meant to be. Don’t clash too much with your own family. Mr. Frederic doesn’t expect any grand gestures from you. Let’s leave it

to a man who loved Marilla so deeply.

gentlest way he could think to tell

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