Crises in Love (Zora and Jaylan)

Chapter 171

As we reached his car, he held open the passenger door for me. After I had settled in, he reached over

to fasten my seat belt before he circled around to the driver's side. As he started the car, I couldn't help

but sneak a glance at him. I was unsure of how to face this man who was both familiar and a stranger

to me.

He didn't look at me but asked, "Still not used to it?"

My face flushed in embarrassment, and I quickly looked away. Clearing my throat, I said, "Not... really."

"It's normal. It took me a while to get used to it, too. There was a time when I would have nightmares. I

eventually stopped looking in the mirror," he shared, his tone light yet filled with meaning.

"When did it happen?" I cautiously asked.

"Eight years ago!" He glanced at me, "A long time ago."

My gaze landed on his arm, where faint scars were visible. There was a bracelet on his wrist that didn't

seem out of place.

"You still have it?" I asked casually.

"Yes! It's been with me through thick and thin, just like you said it would!" He smirked at me. "It's a part

of me now."

His words sent my heart into a frenzy. I shifted my gaze outside the window, my hands feeling

uncomfortably restless.

We remained silent for the rest of the drive, and the tension in the car making it hard to breathe.

Upon reaching the hospital, he drove straight to the back of the building. "This is a temporary isolation

ward," he explained, "It's safer. Let's go."

I hastily opened the car door and jumped out of the car. The fresh air felt so good compared to the

tense atmosphere in the car. Not until then did I remember something. Then I said in regret, "Oh no, I

forgot to get him some flowers!"

Ronan gently patted my arm. "He has everything he needs. No worries."

Without another word, he led me through a small side entrance. The corridor was narrow, and he

walked close to me. His familiar scent brought back memories.

We were on the fourth floor, where Addrion's room was at the end. He must have heard us coming

because he stepped out of his room as we approached. Seeing me and Ronan together brought a

childlike smile to his face.

"What’s holding you up? I've been waiting all morning," Addrion complained, "I thought I would have to

wait forever.

"You were supposed to be getting treatment this morning. What good would we have done watching Material © of NôvelDrama.Org.

you get an IV?" Ronan retorted, just as argumentative as ever.

"You have the nerve to say that. I just wanted to see you two earlier. Oh, you also know I'm the patient

here? How could you get me to worry about you guys," Addrion grumbled, "Where were you two all

morning, leaving me here all alone?"

I chuckled. "Honestly, he just picked me up."

"Really?" Addrion looked skeptical.

Ronan scoffed, "We spent the whole afternoon together yesterday, but it was none of your business. If

you're so curious to find out about us, why don't you get better first? With your current health condition,

you wouldn't even be able to keep an eye on us."

Addrion's face darkened, and he turned to me. "How could you be so heartless? You’ve stuck with you

as soon as he showed up."

What’s it to you? Bite me!" Ronan had already entered the room.

"I didn't. He found me!" I defended myself.

"Oh, it made me feel better," he grumbled, pulling me into the room.

The room was nothing like a typical hospital room. It looked more like a five-star hotel suite. If it weren't

for the medical equipment, I would have been in a trance.

Ronan had made himself comfortable on the couch, waving me over. "Come sit."

I smiled and took a seat opposite him, calling out to Addrion, "Addrion, come sit with us!"

Addrion came over with a cheeky grin, carrying a plate of fruit. He took a seat next to me.

Addrion looked a bit better than when I saw him last time. He was clean and fresh, although he still

hunched over. But there was a spark in his eyes.

Seeing his improvement, I anxiously asked, "What did the doctor say?"