Aurora took a deep breath. She knew there was no way to avoid what was coming, but as the moment arrived, a sense of unease crept into her heart, making her expression slightly stiff.
“Everything has been arranged, Miss Aurora. Please come inside.”
Aurora stepped through the intricately designed, antique wooden doors. As they closed behind her, she realized there was no turning back now.
Sunlight filtered through the windows, casting fleeting patterns along the hallway. Aurora walked through the corridor and into a grand room.
The family had its own private medical team, equipped with cutting-edge technology. Here, no one needed to visit a hospital, regardless of their ailment.
“Miss Aurora!”
Everyone stood silently on either side of the room, their hands folded respectfully. The family still adhered to the old-fashioned customs where servants showed utmost deference to their masters.
Aurora was startled by the formality of the scene, finding it difficult to adjust to such a grand reception.
“There’s no need for this,” she said. If not for the doctors in their white coats, she would have thought she had traveled back in time.
“These are the doctors in charge of your medical care, Miss Aurora,” Bramwell Elderstone explained. “From now on, your health will be their sole responsibility. Don’t underestimate them-they are the best in their field.”
The doctors, though publicly affiliated with prestigious hospitals, belonged exclusively to the family. Having them oversee her health was akin to having the world’s most elite private medical team.
“Thank you,” Aurora said softly.
“It’s our duty, Miss Aurora. Let’s begin with the first examination,” said the lead doctor in a kind tone, easing the unease that had gripped her earlier.
“Alright.”
Just as Aurora was about to start the examination, her phone buzzed in her pocket.
“From now on, Miss Aurora, your phone will be with me,” Bramwell reminded her. “You’re about to take on a new identity.”
Aurora glanced at the screen. It was a message from Julian. The words struck a tender chord deep within her heart.
She quickly typed back, “Julian, even if I forget you, you must not forget me! I’ll wait for you!”
After sending the message, she powered off the phone and handed it to Bramwell. A weight seemed to lift from her heart. Julian had chosen to forgive her-it felt like a precious gift.
“Grandpa Bramwell, let’s begin.”
“Alright.”
Aurora underwent a thorough examination from head to toe. The doctors meticulously recorded data, focusing especially on the life growing within her.
When the ultrasound results came back, one of the doctors approached her with a mixture of surprise and excitement.
“Miss Aurora, you’re carrying twins.”
Aurora was stunned. She had only had one check-up after her return, and the results then had indicated good health. She hadn’t thought much about it. Now, she was being told there were two babies.
“Are you sure? Two babies?” she asked, her voice trembling with a mix of astonishment and joy. One baby was already a miracle; now, she was told there were two!
“This was detected with the most advanced equipment available. There’s no mistake. Both babies are healthy-you can rest assured.”
“And my health? Is there anything wrong with me?” Aurora instinctively touched her belly, imagining how happy Julian would be to hear the news of twins.
“You’re in perfect health-no issues at all. You’re even eligible for the FT2 injection. But, Miss Aurora, you haven’t had breakfast yet, have you? For the sake of you and the babies, it’s best to eat first.”
“Alright.”
After receiving Julian’s message, Aurora’s mood had lightened considerably, and her earlier resistance had faded.
If Julian could trust her completely, then she should trust him too. Whatever storms awaited them in the future, they would face them together.
After breakfast and freshening up, Aurora lay down on the operating table.
“You’re sure this won’t harm the babies?” she asked, her voice steady but firm. This was her only concern.
“Absolutely, Miss Aurora. The babies are the future family heads. We wouldn’t dare do anything that could hurt them. The injection might make you sleep for a while, but it’s completely harmless.”
“That’s good,” Aurora said, closing her eyes in calm acceptance.
“Miss Aurora, we’re ready to begin.”
“Go ahead.”
—
At R Corporation, the atmosphere was tense.
Mio was in his office, fuming. “You can’t even handle such a small case? Take this proposal back and redo it!”
The project lead nervously adjusted his glasses. “This is already the third revision. What exactly are you unhappy with? Tell us, so we can fix it.”
“Everything is wrong! If the next version isn’t perfect, you can pack your things and go home!” Mio shouted, throwing the proposal onto the floor.
“Get out!”
Frustration weighed heavily on Mio. Recently, R Corporation’s projects had been snatched away repeatedly, and he had no outlet for his anger. The unfortunate project lead had walked right into the storm.
As the project lead hurried out, Mio’s expression grew even darker. Nothing had been going right lately.
A knock at the door interrupted his thoughts.
“Come in,” Mio snapped.
To his surprise, it was Mr. Grant who walked in. Mio immediately stood up from his chair.
“Mr. Grant, what brings you here?”
Normally, Mr. Elderstone and Mr. Grant didn’t involve themselves in company matters. For Mr. Grant to visit personally, Mio was intrigued.
“The family is in chaos, and you’re here throwing tantrums!”
“What’s happened to the family?” Mio asked, alarmed.
“I just got word-Bramwell Elderstone has found Tina’s daughter. He’s preparing to make her the new head of the family!”
Mio’s face turned pale. “When did she arrive?”
“Clearly, your sources are outdated. She’s already at the estate! Bramwell kept this under wraps-I only found out because I noticed all the doctors returning to the estate. We must act quickly. If she receives the FT2 injection, she’ll officially qualify as head of the family. Everything we’ve worked for will be ruined!”
“Mr. Grant, we need to get to the estate immediately,” Mio said.
He had worked tirelessly to climb the ranks and take control of the company. He couldn’t bear to see his hard-earned power slip away.
The two rushed to the estate, determined to stop Aurora before the injection could take place.
When they arrived at the estate in a flurry, Bramwell Elderstone was already waiting for them at the door.