Filed to story: Mia Bowen and Timothy Barrett Novel
With how pretentious Luna could be, it was no wonder that she had Shelly wrapped around her little finger back then. She really had a few tricks up her sleeve.
Mia instantly switched to a businesslike demeanor once the doctor arrived. “The patient’s here. Tend to her properly and avoid any form of injury from now on. We don’t want to upset our clients
The butler stood diligently before her. “Rest assured, Mrs. Barrett. Our team is packed with elite doctors. We also have a sterile operation room as well.”
Sharon was surprised. “An operation room? The facilities here are superb!”
The butler flashed a polite smile. “We pride ourselves on our extensive. hospitality. Hence, we’re naturally different from the other resorts.”
He soon carried Luna away on a stretcher once the doctors arrived.
Just then, Mia suddenly noticed a tattoo on Luna’s ankle. It seemed familiar to her, as if she’d seen it in her dreams.
Mia noticed the tattoo on Luna’s ankle. A hint of confusion flashed across her face. She thought this was too much to be a coincidence.
Sensing Mia’s gaze, Luna quickly hid her foot underneath the sheets. The way she stared at Luna’s tattoo made her feel somehow flustered.
She glanced up and met Monalize’s eyes. Her heart skipped a beat. She thought Mia was standing right in front of her, given Monalize’s jarring resemblance to her.
Luna averted her gaze quickly, convincing herself that she was merely hallucinating. Mia was already dead.
The image of Luna’s tattoo on her ankle lingered in Mia’s mind even after Luna was escorted away. She felt like she’d seen it somewhere before. It felt like an important piece of information to her.
However, Mia couldn’t remember it. She had long forgotten about what happened in the Barrett residence back then.
Just then, Sharon said smugly, “This resort is so much better than what I’ve expected. They’re even equipped with medical professionals. It seems like our safety is guaranteed.”
“Yeah. Since the resort is located on the outskirts, I was worried about my husband’s health if we came over. That is no longer an issue now.”
“This resort is remarkable. I’ve heard of it before, but I never had a chance to check it out.
A satisfied smile spread across Mia’s face when she saw how pleased the socialites were. In fact, this was the sole reason for her to come today.
Veronica turned toward her. “Why are you smiling, Ms. Monalize? Do you think it’s funny for someone to get hurt at a birthday party?”
The air shifted.
Mia’s smile waned. “I could give you a round of applause if you want.”
Sharon was infuriated. “How dare you speak to your elders like that?”
Mia smirked. “I don’t think of her as one.” She confronted Sharon directly in front of Timothy.
Scowling at Timothy, Sharon said, “Tim, you saw and heard what she said, right? Look at how she treats your aunt!”
“Yeah,” Timothy replied calmly.
Sharon was bewildered. “So?”
“This is her personality. Mom, you should tolerate her since you’re older than her.
Sharon was spiraling in fury. She nearly lost her balance in a fit of rage as she hollered, “How dare you side with her?”
Timothy narrowed his eyes. “She had nothing to do with what happened earlier, but you guys were hostile toward her. Do you expect her to greet you with utmost courtesy?”
Veronica immediately retorted, “Tim, she’s your girlfriend and we’re your elders. In no way shall she speak to us that way! I can’t believe you’re dating her!”
“I usually have to coax her, so I don’t have a say in this.”
Mia was surprised. Timothy was clearly lying! He never coaxed her. In the span of two days, she spent more time with Shelly instead rather than with him.
Her phone rang and she smirked at him. Noticing that it was a call from Peyton, she suddenly recalled that it was about time for the match results to be revealed.
Mia regained her composure. “I have to answer a call.”
She hurried outside as she answered the phone, “Hi, are the match results out yet?”
“The match was a success.
“That’s great!” Mia covered her mouth, tethering on the brink of crying tears of joy. Although she knew the match had a high success rate, she didn’t dare to take it lightly before the final result was announced.
Mia called Nicholas to discuss the matter right after she hung up.
“Currently, we need to perform a test on Timothy, then we can draw blood in a week. If he’s aware of the result and agrees to the match, we can arrange for the child to get ready in the sterile chamber soon,” Nicholas said.
“Alright, I got it.”
Mia glanced up at the night sky after she hung up. She smiled, realizing that her efforts finally paid off. The fireworks were set off in the garden, igniting the sky with a burst of colors.
Timothy went up to her in the next instant. “Is it from the hospital?”
Mia nodded solemnly. “Mr. Barrett, the match is a success. Are you still willing to donate your bone marrow to my daughter?”
“I won’t go back on my words.” Timothy understood what it meant to donate his bone marrow. He wouldn’t be affected, but it would be a huge deal for Ginger.
He stated, “I’ll arrange my schedule tomorrow and head to the hospital for the tests.”
Mia’s eyes reddened. “Thank you. I mean it.” Her child was her weak spot.
Mia rushed to the hospital to accompany Ginger once the banquet ended.
Ginger had already learned about the successful match from Sage. Delighted, she looked at Mia and asked, “Mommy, will Sage get better soon?”
“Yes.” Mia hugged her tight. “Thank you so much, Ginger. I know you don’t like hospitals, but I still at you here
“Mm, no worries! I’m strong!” Ginger shook her head. She could stay at the hospital as long as Sage could recover and be like other normal kids.
The next day, Timothy came to the hospital for the tests as promised. Anxiety stewed in Mia’s stomach as she waited outside. She had no idea why she suddenly became so nervous.
Mia approached Timothy once he came out. “Are you alright?”
“I’m fine. It’s not a big deal.”
Mia took a deep breath and said, “Mr. Barrett, since you’ve started preparing on your end, I have to bring Ginger back to Nord City as well. She has to start her preparations in the sterile chamber.”
Timothy furrowed his brows. “Can’t she do so in the sterile chamber here?”
“We’re not from Bern City after all. It isn’t ideal to let her undergo long¨Cterm treatment here, so I decided to return to Nord City. Rest assured, we’ll come back here once Ginger gets better. You saved her life.”
Mia had already planned her excuse. Once Timothy began his various tests in the hospital, she’d propose to leave Bern City with Ginger.
In the end, Timothy nodded. “Fine. But aren’t you afraid that I might change my mind?”
Mia shook her head. “I’m not. I know you’re not that kind of person.”
Their eyes met, and his intense gaze bore into her eyes. She averted his eyes and stuttered, “W¨CWhy are you looking at me like that?”
Timothy chuckled, “I didn’t expect you to trust me that much.”
“Relationships are complex. I held my guard up initially, but things have changed now.”
Timothy scrutinized Mia. “Why is that so?”
Mla didn’t expect Timothy to question any further. She thought he’d refrain from asking, considering his usual indifferent demeanor.
She paused and hedged. “Because we’re dating now.”
He was rendered speechless.
Successfully evading his question, she breathed a sigh of relief. She began arranging to leave Bern City once he left the hospital. If she stayed any longer, she’d eventually blow her cover.
If Timothy found out that Ginger didn’t enter the sterile chamber at all, Mia would be exposed.
Thus, Ginger had to leave Bern City.
However, there was still one thing she had to do before she left. She wanted to visit Patricia.
The next day, Mia bought a lot of gifts as she visited Patricia.
She noticed how nice the residential area was when she got out of her car. Though it was a mixed community of apartments and villas, it seemed to be well- managed.
Holding the things Mia bought, Peyton sidled next to her. “Ms. Lane, Mr.
Dominic gave Mrs. Patricia a villa in the same neighborhood two years ago. It’s more convenient for elderly people.”
“Oh yeah, Dominic mentioned it before. It seems like Aunt Patricia’s maternal relatives moved in and they were reluctant to leave. The house has become so cramped because there wasn’t enough room. Dominic couldn’t stand it anymore, so he gave Aunt Patricia a new villa.”
Mia’s expression soured. “Are Aunt Patricia’s shameless relatives still here?”
“They’re still living in the flat.”
“How shameless of them! Why didn’t Dominic kick them out?”
Mia was slightly perplexed. It’d be a breeze for Dominic to deal with these people If he really wanted to.