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 l*ps 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.”
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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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Even in the harsh winter, they would never wither. However, their blooming period was brief, lasting less than three months.
Jasper carried her to a swing, basking in the sunlight. She felt warm and cozy.
Behind her, Jasper gently pushed the swing with a rope woven from vine wood.
In the shadows, a housekeeper secretly captured this scene. However, forgetting to turn off the sound, a clicking sound rang out as soon as the photo was taken.
Startled, she quickly covered her phone and ran away.
Jasper remained calm and composed, showing no reaction.
Meanwhile, Ruth, dressed in a knitted dress, exuded a gentle and elegant aura. She wore a shawl and prepared a bowl of noodles. She brought it over to the person engrossed in playing games on the couch. “Today is your birthday. Mr. Smith and I have planned to cook for you at home. Is that okay?”
Her pampering and coaxing tone brought back Elm’s childhood memories.
“Who told him to come over?” Elm questioned.
That person was none other than John.
“I asked him to come. He has been busy with company matters for years. Now that he is free, he can spend some time with you. Please, for my sake, be kind to him. After all, he is your biological father!”
Elm sneered without lifting his head, “Father? I have been fatherless since birth. Besides, he was simply kicked out of the Smith family.”
Elm didn’t feel like saying anything more. Considering Ruth’s health, he got up and prepared to return to his room.
Ruth shook her head, wondering when such arrogance would ever change. If I die, he will surely be at a disadvantage because no one is watching over him.
Ruth also didn’t want him to return to his previous life.
Upon returning to his room. Elm received a photo on his phone. The image was so glaring that he flung his phone in anger. It hit the painting on the wall, causing the gla*s to quickly develop a crack.
In the end, she chose Jasper However, perhaps it was Jasper who chose her.
Wher: jasper proposed to be together. Eileen hesitated in her heart, fearing she might repeat
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past mistakes.
At the same time, she was constantly torn between leaving and staying.
Yet, he said he was willing to give her time to do what she wanted.
Jasper was also willing to wait for her.
His careful gentleness and constant protection were slowly breaking down the defensive wall she had built in her heart.
After all, she had never experienced the feeling of being loved.
She felt it with Jasper.
That feeling was as if, no matter what she did wrong, he would always be by her side, a*suring her that everything was okay before solving all her problems.
If it wouldn’t interfere with her freedom, she thought it might be worth a try.
Richard once mentioned to her that Jasper used to have a long-time crush, an unattainable love.
However, his beloved left him after Jasper had a car accident, eloping with another man to a foreign country.
Over the years, there hadn’t been any news about her.
Before Richard joined the Smith family, he asked her to help Jasper move on from the shadows of the past. However, her visit to the Smith family was merely to seek refuge.
Eileen was still uncertain about Jasper’s feelings for her. She wasn’t sure if he truly liked her or if it was just a reliance he felt towards her in his heart. Or perhaps he saw her as a substitute.
Regardless of whether Jasper was investing his emotions in her or if she was using him as at tool for her own benefit, they were both benefiting from the arrangement.
Soon, Eric would make his move on Will.
If one didn’t want to end up helpless, their only options were to either run or stay by Jasper’s side. That was the reality.
Eileen probably made up her mind the moment she stepped onto the surgical table.
This time, she thought she would be selfish.
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Even during her vacation at home, Eileen did not neglect her studies. Jasper arranged lu best tutors in Hulbury to teach her.
They were either math whizzes or elite graduates from the University of Quadfield who had returned from studying in Atharia.
They explained everything in great detail, and Eileen was able to understand it all.
It could be considered a fruitful gain.
In their respective fields, they were also exceptional scholars, on par with the teachers at Petalburg High School.
The following day, Jasper personally escorted her to school.
During her absence, various rumors circulated. It was said that she had taken several days off because she was pregnant with the child of the CEO of Smith Corporation. Unfortunately, she had sl*pped in the bathroom, resulting in a miscarriage.
There were also suggestions that her involvement with other men may have contributed to the miscarriage.
To make matters worse, someone had the audacity to confront Elm, questioning whether Eileen was carrying his child and if she had failed to keep it.
As expected, Albert received a severe beating.
Upon arriving at the school gate, everyone witnessed Jasper at the entrance, gently k*ssing Eileen’s forehead, affirming his claim.
They finally realized that her message to Jasper could indeed be true.
“I’ll have Fabian bring you lunch at noon,” Jasper said.
“He’s usually busy, so there’s no need to trouble him,” Eileen replied, adjusting his tie. They interacted like any other couple.
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