My Extraordinary Wife

After pressing it, she carefully wiped the seal clean, put it away, and returned it to its original place.

Only then did she happily take the agreement and drag Penelope along to leave Ryan’s room.

…

Meanwhile, at the hospital, Bob passed out for a whole day before finally waking up.

He slowly opened his eyes and noticed the tubes and instruments inside the ICU ward.

He thought for a while before recalling where he was. I suppose I’m in a hospital, but why was I admitted?

He contemplated a little longer. Oh, that’s right. The auction. Hera and Ashlyn.

His memories slowly came back to him.

Every breath Bob took caused his chest to ache as he lay there, feeling weak and exhausted.

tingling pain, making him

moment, a person dressed in

“Grandpa.”

calm voice was indifferent but laced with a hint

“Ashlyn,” Bob uttered weakly.

on you the day before yesterday because you had a cerebral infarction. You’ll need to stay in the ICU ward for another day for observation. If your condition stabilizes, I’ll transfer you to a regular

before saying, “I cannot stay here for too long because my presence will disturb your

strength to grab her hand. “Ashlyn, I’m so happy and glad you’re finally addressing me as

veiny hand fell limply on the bed

state, Ashlyn let out an

be at peace even in death.” Bob’s voice carried

failed your mother and you in my life. Please, I beg

live.” He started to gasp for

the doctors and nurses outside rushed into the ward and joined her in activating various devices as they scrambled to rescue

he saw me.” Half an hour later, Ashlyn, looking somewhat worn out, said to everyone, “Thank

so long. Now that his condition is stable,

before dragging her weary