Rory?
Is he also named Newton?
Jane’s heart skipped a beat. The Rory mentioned by Miss Bernice should indeed be Uncle Newton.
“Oh, I also have a photo of them together.” The old lady suddenly remembered something and spoke up.
Jane hastily inquired, “Could I see it?”
“Of course.” The old lady smiled, stood up, and rummaged through a drawer for a while, then pulled out a yellowed old photograph.
“Here it is.” The old lady delicately held the photo and handed it to Jane. “This is the picture.”
With a hint of excitement, Jane took the photo.
In the picture, there were a young man and a young woman. The man was dressed casually, had short hair, and wore black-framed glasses.
Indeed, it was Uncle Newton.
And the young girl standing beside Uncle Newton, wearing a small floral dress, a ponytail, tall and elegant-she should be Miss Bernice.
Really looked a lot like her.
No wonder Uncle Newton and the old lady mistook her.
Jane stared at the photo for a while, deepening her confusion.
Who exactly is this Bernice?
Why do they look so alike?
Jane felt a kinship with Bernice directly.
Could she be her sister? Or… her mother?
Looking at the photo and the past events described by the old lady, Uncle Newton and Bernice should have been close. Could they have been a couple?
Then why is Uncle Newton living alone in the cold and distant Changbai Mountain?
And where is Bernice?
It seems she’ll only get answers when she meets Uncle Newton.
“Thank you, Grandma.” Jane returned the photo to the old lady.
The old lady warmly insisted Jane stay for dinner. By the time Jane was ready to leave, it was already dark.
Walking towards the direction of the hospital, Jane reached a narrow alley. Inside the dimly lit alley, she couldn’t shake off the feeling that someone was following her.
Jane turned around, and indeed, a dark figure was behind her.
“Who!” Jane shouted.
The figure reached out and pulled her into an embrace. A magnetic voice sounded, “It’s me.”
Patrick?
Jane looked up, illuminated by the moonlight, and saw the man in front of her. Dressed in an all-black suit that almost blended with the night, his exquisitely chiseled features, and a pair of captivating peach blossom eyes gazing at her with a half-smile.
Indeed, it was Patrick.
Wasn’t he supposed to be in Guavo?
How did he suddenly appear in Y City?
Jane was taken aback, “How did you get here?”
“Missed you, so I came.” Patrick lowered his gaze, staring deeply at the woman in his arms.
Although it had only been a few days since they parted, Patrick felt like it had been a century. He couldn’t stop thinking about her.
“Pretty cheesy,” Jane pursed her lips, feeling a slight joy in her heart.
Actually, she missed him too.
But…
Patrick slightly leaned down, his voice low and husky in her ear, “There’s something even cheesier.”
His enchanting voice, in the darkness, seemed to have a magical power that could bewitch hearts.
Jane’s heartbeat involuntarily slowed down a bit, “Hmm?”
She raised her eyes and saw Patrick’s incomparably handsome face magnifying in front of her… and finally, he kissed her red lips.
That long-lost feeling made Jane tense up instantly. She reached out her hands, holding onto Patrick’s neck.
Feeling her beauty and initiative, Patrick’s breath hitched, deepening the kiss.
His desire for her was fully expressed in this deep kiss.
He pried open her lips, his tongue exploring, sucking with dominance and tenderness.
Jane whimpered, responding to him.
Just as the two were passionately kissing, suddenly a mother and child passed by.
“Mommy, what are they doing?” The little girl curiously looked at Jane and Patrick, her voice soft and tender.
The girl’s mother quickly covered her eyes. “Don’t look…”
Jane’s face flushed, hastily pushing Patrick away.
Heaven, someone passed by, saw them, and it’s a child.
So embarrassing.
Jane hurriedly pulled Patrick’s arm. “Let’s go!”
Seeing her shy demeanor, Patrick chuckled, reaching over to hold Jane’s shoulder, keeping pace with her.
Changing the subject, Jane asked, “By the way, why did you suddenly come to Y City? Didn’t you leave you to keep an eye on Candice?”
Patrick suddenly coming to Y City, wouldn’t Candice be suspicious?
“Don’t worry, I came for disaster relief.” Patrick glanced at Jane sideways. Why did she seem so unwilling to see him?
“Disaster relief?” Jane was puzzled.
“Of course.” Patrick smirked. “For earthquake relief, how can Pansy Group be absent?”
“Okay…” Jane was somewhat speechless. Did this kind of thing require the presence of the CEO, Mr. Huo?
Following Jane into the hospital, she briefly explained to Patrick what had happened in the past few days.
“I’ll go check on Nana and William first.” Arriving at the hospital, thinking about William’s injuries, Jane felt a bit heavy-hearted.
Patrick nodded, his voice deep, “I’ll go with you.”
Pushing open the ward door, they saw Nana sitting by William’s bedside, looking worried.
Carl was sitting next to Nana, trying to cheer her up.
Seeing Patrick, Carl stood up in surprise, “Huo, why are you here too?”
Patrick held Jane’s hand, looking indifferent, “Looking for my wife.”
Jane:…
She gave Patrick a disdainful look. “Who’s your wife?!”
With that, Jane ignored Patrick, walked to Nana, and softly asked, “How is William?”
Nana sighed, her eyes full of concern. “He’s still unconscious.”
“I’ll take a look.” Jane patted Nana’s shoulder, comforting, “Don’t worry.”
After checking William’s pulse, it was clear his injuries were severe.
Although she had temporarily stabilized William’s leg with acupuncture, for a complete cure, they needed Uncle Newton’s help.
Afraid Nana would worry, Jane smiled and said, “No big problem. We’ll go back to Guavo tomorrow and wait for Uncle Newton there.”
“Okay.” Nana nodded. “Jane, will William really be okay?”
“Of course!” Jane’s tone was firm.
Patrick also stepped forward, “Nana, rest assured. Dr. Newton’s medical skills are unparalleled. Didn’t he cure my leg?”
Nana finally breathed a sigh of relief, managing a forced smile. “Yes, William will be fine!”