Chapter 196 A Face from the Past Finished To her , David was nothing more than a soulless opportunist , a man born to be used rather than cherished , She often wondered what kind of twisted genetics could have produced someone as ruthless as him .
Taking a deep breath , Sharon quickly calmed herself down and turned to the medical staff .
What are you waiting for ? Hurry up to save him ! The nurses and doctors jolted back to reality , rush surrounded Davids and wheeling him away in a flurry of movement .
Meanwhile , Alice had exhausted all her strength and collapsed on the side .
Sharon signaled for someone to take her to the operating room as well .
Not out of kindness just because with so many eyes watching , she had no choice but to play the role of the responsible hospital director .
Once the commotion died down , Gael finally stepped aside , revealing Lauren .
Bennett , why didnt you tell David that Willow isnt his daughter ? That wouldve broken him instantly , Gael asked , his tone laced with curiosity .
Lauren smiled faintly .
That would be too easy on him .
Hes always been good at squeezing people dry for his own benefit .
I figured it was time he got a taste of his own medicine .
David will do everything in his power to get Willow out of prison .
Let him throw away everything for a daughter who isnt even his .
Only when hes lost everything will I tell him the truth that the children Sharon bore was never his to begin with .
What a cruel irony .
For the sake of someone elses children , he had sent his own son to prison .
I can already picture his face when he finds out .
The man who values his bloodline above all else … single handedly ended it .
How ironic ! Gael raised his brow .
Thats quite ruthless , Ms.
Thank you for the compliment .
Their gazes met , a knowing smirk passing between them .
As they left the hospital and made their way to the parking lot , they unexpectedly ran into someone .
The person was in a wheelchair , far from the polished image of the elite lawyer they once knew .
His once- polished appearance had vanished , replaced by a tattered outfit and a gaunt face .
Sunken cheeks , dark circles under his eyes he looked exhausted , as if life had drained the last bit of energy from him .
It was none other than Lucas , Laurens best friend during childhood .
It had been nearly two months he hadnt seen Lauren .
Now , here she was , appearing out of nowhere .
For a brief moment , it felt almost surreal .
1/2 15:32 Sun , 30 Mar Chapter 196 A Face from the Past Finished Her face was fuller , her skin smoother , her once brittle hair now cascading in a sleek , healthy black sheen over her shoulders .
Every inch of her showed happiness .
In contrast , he looked disheveled and worn down .
The contrast was so stark , so painful , he wished he could disappear into the ground .
He had always been the one in the spotlight , proud .
Now , the roles had reversed .
He cant adapt .
And then , he saw a man beside her tall , broad shouldered , exuding an undeniable strength .
A wave of jealousy surged through him .
His fingers clenched around the armrests of his wheelchair as he blurted out , Who is he ? His sharp and accusatory gaze locked onto Lauren , like a betrayed husband confronting infidelity , filled with anger and disbelief .
Lauren cast a cold glance at him , her eyes carrying the indifference one would have toward a stranger .
Her gaze flickered past him , disinterested , before she turned away , making it clear she had no intention of engaging .
Ever since he had his legs broken in prison , Lucas had never been able to control his emotions -since they shattered his legs and stripped him of everything .
Added to his woes , the revocation of his law license shattered his proud career .
His home , his car , his savings everything was gone .
His fall from grace had been swift and merciless .
The once high spirited Lucas was now reduced to living in a damp , windowless basement , where the musty air and endless darkness gnawed at his very soul .
The world had turned its back on him .
Friends , colleagues , even strangers sneered at his downfall , not even during the tough times at the orphanage , where he had managed to retain a shred of dignity .
He had lost everything his career , status , and wealth all reduced to nothing overnight .
Lauren was the only light left in his world .
Day after day , counting down the hours until he might catch a glimpse of her ..
And now , when that moment finally came , she was standing beside another man , looking at him like he was a stranger .
It was the last thing he could never have anticipated .
He struggled to maneuver his wheelchair forward , blocking her path .
His voice trembled with urgency .
Laurie , I asked you a question .
Who is he ? Chapter 196 A Face from the Past Finished To her , David was nothing more than a soulless opportunist , a man born to be used rather than cherished , She often wondered what kind of twisted genetics could have produced someone as ruthless as him .
Taking a deep breath , Sharon quickly calmed herself down and turned to the medical staff .
What are you waiting for ? Hurry up to save him ! The nurses and doctors jolted back to reality , rush surrounded Davids and wheeling him away in a flurry of movement .
Meanwhile , Alice had exhausted all her strength and collapsed on the side .
Sharon signaled for someone to take her to the operating room as well .
Not out of kindness just because with so many eyes watching , she had no choice but to play the role of the responsible hospital director .
Once the commotion died down , Gael finally stepped aside , revealing Lauren .
Bennett , why didnt you tell David that Willow isnt his daughter ? That wouldve broken him instantly , Gael asked , his tone laced with curiosity .
Lauren smiled faintly .
That would be too easy on him .
Hes always been good at squeezing people dry for his own benefit .
I figured it was time he got a taste of his own medicine .
David will do everything in his power to get Willow out of prison .
Let him throw away everything for a daughter who isnt even his .
Only when hes lost everything will I tell him the truth that the children Sharon bore was never his to begin with .
What a cruel irony .
For the sake of someone elses children , he had sent his own son to prison .
I can already picture his face when he finds out .
The man who values his bloodline above all else … single handedly ended it .
How ironic ! Gael raised his brow .
Thats quite ruthless , Ms.
Thank you for the compliment .
Their gazes met , a knowing smirk passing between them .
As they left the hospital and made their way to the parking lot , they unexpectedly ran into someone .
The person was in a wheelchair , far from the polished image of the elite lawyer they once knew .
His once- polished appearance had vanished , replaced by a tattered outfit and a gaunt face .
Sunken cheeks , dark circles under his eyes he looked exhausted , as if life had drained the last bit of energy from him .
It was none other than Lucas , Laurens best friend during childhood .
It had been nearly two months he hadnt seen Lauren .
Now , here she was , appearing out of nowhere .
For a brief moment , it felt almost surreal .
1/2 15:32 Sun , 30 Mar Chapter 196 A Face from the Past Finished Her face was fuller , her skin smoother , her once brittle hair now cascading in a sleek , healthy black sheen over her shoulders .
Every inch of her showed happiness .
In contrast , he looked disheveled and worn down .
The contrast was so stark , so painful , he wished he could disappear into the ground .
He had always been the one in the spotlight , proud .
Now , the roles had reversed .
He cant adapt .
And then , he saw a man beside her tall , broad shouldered , exuding an undeniable strength .
A wave of jealousy surged through him .
His fingers clenched around the armrests of his wheelchair as he blurted out , Who is he ? His sharp and accusatory gaze locked onto Lauren , like a betrayed husband confronting infidelity , filled with anger and disbelief .
Lauren cast a cold glance at him , her eyes carrying the indifference one would have toward a stranger .
Her gaze flickered past him , disinterested , before she turned away , making it clear she had no intention of engaging .
Ever since he had his legs broken in prison , Lucas had never been able to control his emotions -since they shattered his legs and stripped him of everything .
Added to his woes , the revocation of his law license shattered his proud career .
His home , his car , his savings everything was gone .
His fall from grace had been swift and merciless .
The once high spirited Lucas was now reduced to living in a damp , windowless basement , where the musty air and endless darkness gnawed at his very soul .
The world had turned its back on him .
Friends , colleagues , even strangers sneered at his downfall , not even during the tough times at the orphanage , where he had managed to retain a shred of dignity .
He had lost everything his career , status , and wealth all reduced to nothing overnight .
Lauren was the only light left in his world .
Day after day , counting down the hours until he might catch a glimpse of her ..
And now , when that moment finally came , she was standing beside another man , looking at him like he was a stranger .
It was the last thing he could never have anticipated .
He struggled to maneuver his wheelchair forward , blocking her path .
Chapter 196 A Face from the Past Finished To her , David was nothing more than a soulless opportunist , a man born to be used rather than cherished , She often wondered what kind of twisted genetics could have produced someone as ruthless as him .
Taking a deep breath , Sharon quickly calmed herself down and turned to the medical staff .
What are you waiting for ? Hurry up to save him ! The nurses and doctors jolted back to reality , rush surrounded Davids and wheeling him away in a flurry of movement .
Meanwhile , Alice had exhausted all her strength and collapsed on the side .
Sharon signaled for someone to take her to the operating room as well .
Not out of kindness just because with so many eyes watching , she had no choice but to play the role of the responsible hospital director .
Once the commotion died down , Gael finally stepped aside , revealing Lauren .
Bennett , why didnt you tell David that Willow isnt his daughter ? That wouldve broken him instantly , Gael asked , his tone laced with curiosity .
Lauren smiled faintly .
That would be too easy on him .
Hes always been good at squeezing people dry for his own benefit .
I figured it was time he got a taste of his own medicine .
David will do everything in his power to get Willow out of prison .
Let him throw away everything for a daughter who isnt even his .
Only when hes lost everything will I tell him the truth that the children Sharon bore was never his to begin with .
What a cruel irony .
For the sake of someone elses children , he had sent his own son to prison .
I can already picture his face when he finds out .
The man who values his bloodline above all else … single handedly ended it .
How ironic ! Gael raised his brow .
Thats quite ruthless , Ms.
Thank you for the compliment .
Their gazes met , a knowing smirk passing between them .
As they left the hospital and made their way to the parking lot , they unexpectedly ran into someone .
The person was in a wheelchair , far from the polished image of the elite lawyer they once knew .
His once- polished appearance had vanished , replaced by a tattered outfit and a gaunt face .
Sunken cheeks , dark circles under his eyes he looked exhausted , as if life had drained the last bit of energy from him .
It was none other than Lucas , Laurens best friend during childhood .
It had been nearly two months he hadnt seen Lauren .
Now , here she was , appearing out of nowhere .
For a brief moment , it felt almost surreal .
1/2 15:32 Sun , 30 Mar Chapter 196 A Face from the Past Finished Her face was fuller , her skin smoother , her once brittle hair now cascading in a sleek , healthy black sheen over her shoulders .
Every inch of her showed happiness .
In contrast , he looked disheveled and worn down .
The contrast was so stark , so painful , he wished he could disappear into the ground .
He had always been the one in the spotlight , proud .
Now , the roles had reversed .
He cant adapt .
And then , he saw a man beside her tall , broad shouldered , exuding an undeniable strength .
A wave of jealousy surged through him .
His fingers clenched around the armrests of his wheelchair as he blurted out , Who is he ? His sharp and accusatory gaze locked onto Lauren , like a betrayed husband confronting infidelity , filled with anger and disbelief .
Lauren cast a cold glance at him , her eyes carrying the indifference one would have toward a stranger .
Her gaze flickered past him , disinterested , before she turned away , making it clear she had no intention of engaging .
Ever since he had his legs broken in prison , Lucas had never been able to control his emotions -since they shattered his legs and stripped him of everything .
Added to his woes , the revocation of his law license shattered his proud career .
His home , his car , his savings everything was gone .
His fall from grace had been swift and merciless .
The once high spirited Lucas was now reduced to living in a damp , windowless basement , where the musty air and endless darkness gnawed at his very soul .
The world had turned its back on him .
Friends , colleagues , even strangers sneered at his downfall , not even during the tough times at the orphanage , where he had managed to retain a shred of dignity .
He had lost everything his career , status , and wealth all reduced to nothing overnight .
Lauren was the only light left in his world .
Day after day , counting down the hours until he might catch a glimpse of her ..
And now , when that moment finally came , she was standing beside another man , looking at him like he was a stranger .
It was the last thing he could never have anticipated .
He struggled to maneuver his wheelchair forward , blocking her path .
His voice trembled with urgency .
Laurie , I asked you a question .
Who is he ? Laurens patience wore thin .
That has nothing to do with you .
15:32 Sun , 30 Mar N Chapter 196 A Face from the Past A short , simple response .
Yet it hit Lucas like a sledgehammer , knocking the breath from his lungs .
His voice trembled with urgency .
Laurie , I asked you a question .
Who is he ? Laurens patience wore thin .
That has nothing to do with you .
15:32 Sun , 30 Mar N Chapter 196 A Face from the Past A short , simple response .
Yet it hit Lucas like a sledgehammer , knocking the breath from his lungs .
Laurens patience wore thin .
That has nothing to do with you .
15:32 Sun , 30 Mar N Chapter 196 A Face from the Past A short , simple response .
Yet it hit Lucas like a sledgehammer , knocking the breath from his lungs .