Filed to story: Mia Bowen and Timothy Barrett Novel
Timothy looked down at her, a slight smile gracing his lips. Without hesitation, he removed his coat and draped it over her.
It appeared she was only this gentle when she was asleep.
Glancing at Mia, Timothy playfully pinched her cheek, noticing that she had become a bit rounder than before.
Was her newfound happiness without him the reason? In such a brief period, she seemed to have put on quite a bit of weight!
Just then, Heath messaged Timothy: “Sir, Connor has been messaging me incessantly, inquiring about our location.”
Timothy gave a quick look and replied: “Proceed straight to the hospital.”
Despite Mia appearing outwardly fine, he harbored uncertainty about her actual condition.
something that only a medical examination could confirm.
Thirty minutes later, the helicopter touched down on the hospital’s rooftop.
Connor had been patiently waiting on the sidelines. Since discovering Mia’s disappearance, he and his brothers have tirelessly scoured the city in search of her.
However, being outsiders in Bern City added a layer of complexity to their efforts.
However, Timothy somehow got wind of Mia’s predicament and deployed his own team, significantly expediting the progress of their search.
After the helicopter landed, Timothy gently lifted the slumbering Mia in his arms.
Connor hurriedly approached, intending to take Mia, but Timothy walked past him, descending the stairs while holding her close.
Connor’s anger flared instantly. Why was Timothy persistently carrying Mia? He needed to release her right away!
Had it not been for Timothy’s considerable effort in locating Mia this time, Connor would have confronted him right away!
Furious as he was, Connor managed to keep his composure. He promptly messaged the family WhatsApp group: “Mia is at the hospital now. So far, there are no apparent injuries.”
After delivering the message, Connor quickly caught up with Timothy. “Timothy, why don’t you lay Mia down and let someone examine her? Aren’t you exhausted from holding her for so long?”
Timothy kept a firm expression, stating, “She’s not that heavy.”
Connor was bewildered.
Mis was hea
Whether Mia was heavy or not wasn’t the issue!
Was there a valid reason for Timothy to carry her?
Connor’s fists clenched tightly as he retorted, “Hey, you rascal, put her down! What makes you think you can keep holding onto her for so long?”
Timothy turned toward Connor, his expression unyielding. “You keep your hands off her, too.”
“Timothy, please don’t compel me to take action, alright?” Connor fumed, advancing toward him.” Release her.”
“I won’t. Step aside!”
The two men squared off, creating an intense and charged atmosphere.
At that instant, Mia regained consciousness.
As her eyes opened, she found Timothy and Connor standing before her, locked in a face¨Cto¨Cface stance. Sandwiched between the two, she sensed an undeniable chill in the air.
Mia weakly raised her hand. “Um, can I say something?”
Simultaneously, Timothy and Connor both lowered their heads. “You’re awake?”
Connor anxiously gazed at her. “Mia, are you alright? Do you feel any discomfort? Please, let me know!”
Mia shook her head. “I’m fine.”
Realizing she was still in Timothy’s arms, her cheeks flushed. “Um, you can put me down now.”
Timothy tightened his lips in response. “I’ll escort you to the examination room.”
“Wait, Timothy, please set her down. There’s no need for you to carry her. Just push the stretcher over,” Connor interjected.
Mia observed the presence of nurses and doctors with a stretcher in the vicinity.
She cast a glance at Timothy. “You don’t have to carry me. It would be awkward with so many people watching.”
With a cold expression, Timothy eventually set Mia down on the stretcher. He shot a look at Connor standing beside him, finding him rather irritating.
Resting on the stretcher, Mia gazed at the ceiling lights. She turned her head slightly, offering a reassuring wave to Connor. “I’m okay. You don’t need to worry.”
Connor let out a helpless sigh and directed his attention to Timothy. “Where did you find Mia?
What happened to those thugs?”
Connor was resolute. Mia’s abductors had to be held accountable for their actions. How dare they kidnap her!
Maintaining his stoic demeanor, Timothy responded, “They’ve been handed over to the police.”
Connor nodded, casting a disapproving glance at Timothy. “Fine, for Mia’s sake, I’ll overlook this recent incident.”
Nevertheless, Connor planned to address the situation with Timothy once Mia received clearance from her medical examination.
Having said that, Connor swiftly followed Mia toward the consultation room. With Mia being pregnant now, he felt the responsibility to keep a close watch on her.
Timothy remained in place, observing Connor’s departure. As he adjusted his tie, a sense of inexplicable annoyance settled within him.
Mia was guided into the consultation room. She gazed at the bright lights and instinctively placed a hand on her lower abdomen.
“Mia.”
Just then, Connor, dressed in a white coat, entered and reviewed the examination records. “The baby is doing well. You can relax.”
Mia nodded. “I apologize for causing you all to worry.”
“It’s on us for mishandling this situation. If we had addressed your adoptive parents sooner, you wouldn’t have had to go through this.”
Connor couldn’t help but feel a sense of regret.
Mia smiled. “It’s not your fault; it’s my own matter, after all.”
Her brothers had already gone above and beyond for her.
“Mia, get some rest. I’ve got things under control.”
Mia peered outside the consultation room, inquiring, “Connor, what was the argument between you and Timothy just now?”
She had been in a deep sleep, only to be stirred by the commotion.
Connor seemed somewhat uneasy. “He wouldn’t let go of you. I insisted he put you down, but he
“That’s all?”
“Yeah, why was he holding onto you like that when you two were alone? If you hadn’t awakened just now, and if it weren’t for the fact that he located you first this time, I would’ve intervened earlier.”
Recalling the earlier scene, Connor felt a surge of anger. He had already sensed Timothy’s questionable intentions toward Mia, and this Incident now confirmed it.
It wasn’t just an inappropriate interest. It appeared to be a clear motive.
Mia coughed lightly. “Connor, I don’t think Timothy meant it that way.”
“What do you mean by ¡®not meant it that way¡®? Mia, let me be clear, stay away from Timothy in the future. He’s an older man, divorced, and on the verge of remarrying.
“Aside from having some money, he doesn’t possess any other merits. Don’t let yourself be swayed by him.”
Mia couldn’t help but feel exasperated at Connor’s advice. “Don’t worry, I won’t fall for him.”
Certainly, the previous lesson had left its mark. She wouldn’t allow herself to be deceived again.
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“Good.” Connor sighed in relief.
He was genuinely worried that Mia might be captivated by Timothy’s gallant gestures. After all, most women tended to be susceptible to such displays.
The medical examination concluded swiftly, and Mia was transferred to a standard ward.
Before long, a lavish meal was delivered, making Mia’s mouth water.
Connor looked perplexed. “I didn’t place this order.”
Entering the ward, Timothy glanced at Mia on the bed and casually stated, “I’ve selected a dish randomly from the menu. Feel free to indulge in whatever you prefer.”
Mia, with utensils in hand, was caught off guard. She hadn’t anticipated that Timothy had arranged the meal.