Chapter 182 Just Like A Couple

Vera played with the sunflower bouquet in her hands. “What a shame. I bought Eileen’s favorite flowers, but she’s no longer here. But I think Mr. Smith is quite nice. Eileen must be very happy with him!”

Vera noticed that Eric’s face was expressionless. However, his eyes were like a deep abyss, filled with a chilling coldness. Without saying a word, he turned and left.

After Eileen’s departure, there was silence for two weeks.

During that time, Jasper stayed by her side, helping her recover.

He waited until she was fully recovered and able to leave her bed.

Sunlight streamed in through the floor-to-ceiling windows, illuminating the bed. Eileen, dressed in a thin nightgown, her arm bathed in sunlight, looked fair and delicate. Every detail, from her hair to her fingernails, was exquisite. Her slightly curled long hair was tied into a twist braid, resting on her left shoulder. A crescent-shaped necklace hung on her exposed, sensual collarbone.

Her face had regained its color, and her thin lips seemed to be tinted with the hue of a poppy flower, alluring.

Outside the window, the branches and leaves were lush, with tender buds sprouting in several places.

The family doctor examined Eileen and removed his stethoscope. “Ms. Eileen, you have fully

recovered.”

“Thank you, Doctor,” Eileen said.

The doctor nodded. “You’re welcome.”

Jasper sat beside her on the left side of the bed, holding her hand and gently caressing the back of it. “I have already informed the Swan family, so there’s no need to worry. Do you want to go to school tomorrow?”

Resting her head on his shoulder, Eileen said, “I will go tomorrow! I also want to go walk. It has been a while since I last went out.”

“Alright. I will accompany you.”

for a

In the courtyard garden, various rare flower varieties had been planted, creating a beautiful sight. Jasper mentioned that the roses were specially cultivated and bred.

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However, their blooming period was brief, lasting

carried her to a swing, basking in the sunlight. She felt warm

gently pushed the swing with

turn off the sound, a clicking

covered her phone

and composed, showing no reaction.

over to the person engrossed in playing games on the couch. “Today is your birthday. Mr. Smith and I have planned to

and coaxing tone brought back Elm’s childhood

told him to come over?” Elm questioned.

was none other than John.

been busy with company matters for years. Now that he is free, he can spend some time

“Father? I have been fatherless since birth. Besides,

anything more. Considering Ruth’s health, he got up and prepared to return to his room.

I die, he will surely be at a disadvantage because no one is watching

want him to

his phone. The image was so glaring that he flung his phone in anger. It hit the painting

end, she chose Jasper However, perhaps

be together. Eileen hesitated

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past mistakes.

time, she was constantly torn between leaving and staying.

willing to give her time to do what

willing to wait for her.

down the defensive wall she had built in her

had never experienced the feeling of being loved.

felt it with Jasper.

wrong, he would always be by her side, assuring her that everything was okay before solving all her problems.

freedom, she thought it might be worth a try.

that Jasper used to have a

his beloved left him after Jasper had a car accident, eloping with another man to a foreign country.

years, there hadn’t been any

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