That morning, Hansen had specially done his research on the internet. People who lost their memory should not be forced into recollecting their memories as this would worsen the patient’s state. It was obvious that Alvin was too hasty and hadn’t factored this into his decision.
Alvin only realized this when he saw Jenna’s agonized expression. However, it was already too late. Luckily, he had only explained the condition of Hansen’s eyesight. He lowered his head, feeling a little guilty.
Hansen gave him a hard stare and turned around. He reached out his hand and embraced Jenna. He whispered into her ear affectionately, “Jenna, it’s fine to forget everything about the past. It wasn’t anything wonderful anyway. I was also a jerk. I once hurt you deeply, but I can guarantee that it was all unintentional. Just forget about the past. From now on, I will give you everything that you need, I will make you feel like the luckiest woman alive. It is not too late. We still have countless beautiful tomorrows.”
He embraced her tightly with a solemn promise on his face. “Jenna, I will prove to you that I am a good husband and a good father.”
Jenna’s nostrils were full of the familiar aura from the man. Her head was dizzy. Hansen’s figure was tall and strong, his arms covered her delicate body, blocking her from all the wind and rain outside.
The warmth of his body seeped into the chilliness that was settled at the bottom of Jenna’s heart, melting it away completely.
In his arms, she looked up at him. Her bright eyes were clear and bright, without any impurities. Just like it had been many years ago, when he had met her for the first time at the campus, with eyes sparkling with joy. She was like a piece of precious jade, illuminating his heart, a remembrance that he would never forget.
Hansen lowered his head and caressed her face with both hands. He opened his eyes and tried his best to make out her face. Under the dim lights, he saw a pair of crystal clear eyes, which were sparkling. They were looking up at him, sizing him up. The light in her eyes was confused, yet gentle and submissive.
Did Jenna accept him?
At the very least, she did not refuse to be embraced by him.
He was overjoyed, but the little face in his hand that he had once known was obviously not as plump as before, it was then skin and bones.
He felt a stab of pain. He sighed softly with deep pity. This woman’s body became thinner and thinner. His palm rested on her waist. He could still feel the familiar flesh, but it was accompanied by her bony hip.
Throughout the year, after she had toppled over from such a high cliff, he had no idea how she had survived. How hard it must’ve been for her! Thinking hard about it, this was also due to him neglecting his duty as a husband. He hadn’t fulfilled his duty to protect her. His heart ached at the thought.
Now that he had finally found her, it was impossible for him to give up. He would not let her suffer any longer. From then on, he would not leave her side.
As he gradually tightened his grip on her, he carried her up and walked towards the bedroom.
It was odd that Jenna did not resist, but rather, she obediently leaned against his chest.
His chest was sturdy, towering over her like a mountain. He blocked all the coldness from the wind and rain, and his heart was so calm and compassionate.
She looked up at him and saw the gentleness on his face. She could even see the pain and guilt on his face. At that moment, his existence was ever so real and the expression on his face was so natural. It was clear that it was the love of a husband towards his wife.
He hugged her so genuinely and was so considerate, as if all other doubts and thoughts were a joke.
This man, this handsome and rich man, was indeed her husband, and he loved her deeply.
She really had no reason to deny everything.
The cutlery was quickly set up on the table. Due to the cold weather, Jenna specially prepared a small bowl of stew.
“Jenna, eat more.” Hansen fumbled around, picking up a piece of vegetable to place it onto her plate. However, he had not succeeded after several attempts. Jenna lifted her plate and caught it.
“Have you taken the meds for your eyes today?” Jenna set down her fork, looked up at him and asked in a concerned voice.
Hansen was caught by surprise. His eyes lit up. Jenna was beginning to care about him. Was this really happening?
“No.” He shook his head.
“Why not? Do you want to go blind?” Jenna was a little angry.
He sensed a slight fury in her voice. His heart warmed up and his face brightened. He was in a good mood due to the fact that there was some sort of reaction in Jenna’s voice. He immediately said, “I forgot. I’ll eat immediately.”
After that, he immediately said to Alvin, “Alvin, help me get the meds from the office. By the way, you can head back and have dinner first.”
Alvin heard his order and immediately understood what he meant. He nodded in agreement, with a slight smile appearing on his face. It seemed that Madam had already taken his words into consideration and started to care about Mr. Richards.
Mr. Richard’s days seemed to hold a bright future, and he could finally relax.
As Jenna heard Hansen’s active response, the corners of her mouth curled up slightly and she began to eat.
Hansen’s eyesight was severely weakened, causing him not to be able to eat normally. In the end, it was Jenna who fed him. However, for several times, Hansen’s hands accurately found its place on her body, especially when she was trying to feed him. Once when she slipped, his hands accurately wrapped around her waist and almost lifted her up.
For a moment, Jenna was a little stunned, and even suspected that he deliberately pretended to have bad eyesight. But when she looked at his face closely, it was true that his eyes were blank, and his countenance was of those who were blind!
After they had dinner, Alvin rushed over with the medicine.
Alvin took out the medicine and carefully gave the instructions to Jenna.”Madam, these medicines are to be applied to the eyes, while these are to be taken orally.” Jenna nodded at Alvin, thinking, “Such a great, thoughtful man.”
“Alvin, you can go back to the hotel to rest first. Come and pick us up for work tomorrow morning at eight.” After Alvin handed Jenna the medicine, Hansen instructed.
“Okay.” Once the medicine was handed over to Jenna, Alvin felt all loosened up. He was so euphoric that he nodded his head in agreement and waltzed away.
“Are you going to sleep here tonight?” Upon seeing Alvin leave, Jenna was a little jittery. In such a cramped space and such a small bed, even accommodating one person would be stretching it, least of all with the addition of the well-built Hansen. She blushed in embarrassment at the thought of lying beside him.
“Yes, of course. It’s all because you don’t want to go to the hotel with me.” Hansen’s face was written with an expression that said, “Isn’t that natural?” as he smiled wickedly. “Wherever the wife is, the husband should be by her side. It’s my unequivocal duty to sleep by my wife’s side.”