, but fate had a different plan in store for her. The day took an u

ded relentlessly against her chest, the palpitations mirroring the overwhelming fear and anxiety that gripped her. Seated an

lashed through Charlotte's mind, an ag

just passed through and

rough the air, the urgency of the

ights illuminating the darkness of the night. Charlotte's thoughts became a chaotic swirl

erself caught between hope and despair, her emot

collect the stretcher

thread of optimism, praying fervently for Ethan's swift return to consciousnes

and fear. She could feel her heart pounding against her ribcage as panic gripped he

a gentle touch, the nurse extended a comforting hand, offering solace amid chaos. "H

dding, she mustered the strength to speak, her voice choked with emotion. "Yes... I am hi

Sensing the need for both practicality and emotional support, she gently urged Charlotte, "Please come with me to sign some papers. Bu

sing second. Numbly, she allowed the nurse to lead her away, her mind a whirlwind of thoughts and emotions. As t

isheveled appearance mirrored the chaos that had consumed her life in an instant. With trembling hands, she washed a

ng great," she whispered, her voice filled with genuine care. "Take as much time as you n

bing her hands excessively in t

but it seems just being E

*

dy hum of medical equipment, as tubes connected to Ethan's nose and the monitors beeped rhythm

rought them to this point. She couldn't help but wonder if the financial gain was worth the emotional toll they

on Charlotte. She grappled with conflicting emotions, torn bet

been done h

d on Ethan's face, his f

where a man clad in a sleek black suit confidently strode in. He exuded an air of mystery with his long, raven-black hair cascading down his back, and

d her, his voice a velvety bl

n, the flicker of intrigue dancing in her eyes. "And who

tly, revealing his role as Mr. Will

d at Ethan, his breaths shallow and slow, his weakened form a stark contrast to the gun

pposed to trust you?" she chall

ID card from his pocket, holding it out for her inspection. Despite this

d or misplaced," she stated, her vo

marked, his eyes twinkling with amusement. With a graceful motion, he extended a bag towards her, a silent offering of fresh attire. "Here

aze lingered on Ethan's weakened form one last time, her heart heavy with worry before she finally accep

her sights on a nearby bathroom where she could shed the b

e her underwear sizes. A mixture of surprise and amusement flickered across her face a

uch of elegance to her appearance. Satisfied with her transformation, she turned t

tealthily observing her from the shadows. A surge of curiosity coursed through her veins, overpowering any sense of caution

stepped forward. The hallway lay eerily empty, devoid of any doctors or

ic figure who had chosen to lurk in the shadows. Yet, before she could react, a sudden bl

her, a faint voice penetr

ll

e from t

ld, unforgiving floor, her muscles protesting the movement, she surveyed her surroundings with a hint of bewilderment. The realization washed over her lik

herself from the frigid surface beneath her. Fragments of memories swirled within her mind, struggling to form a coherent narrative. Th

ed state. Bewilderment flickered across his features as he approached her cautiously, concern etch

voice imbued with an air of composure. With a graceful motion, she swept her dark tresses over her shoulder, a subtle display of confide

nd still mired in the perplexing events that had unfolded mere moments ago. It all felt like

an, who appeared to have roused from his previous unconscious state. A smile illuminated Charlotte's face as she stepped closer, relief flooding her being. "I'm glad you're awak

he regarded Charlotte. A playful remark danced on his lips as he ob

ishly responded, "Well, it's important to make a goo

events that had unfolded. In the midst of uncertainty, their connection of

ng incident that had unfolded in the hallway. Ethan's genuine concern for her well-being, evident in his quest

ok a step closer, perching herself on the stool beside him, her fingers lightly grazing his arm in a comfort

cquaintance, simmered beneath the surface, creating an unspoken bond that neither could deny. The shared experien

ytime soon, Char," he assured her, his voice filled with conviction. Suddenly, a thought sprang to hi

riosity piqued, as she stood up and made

he bottom part of the drawer, directing her attention. "It's not entirely romantic," h

the small box, revealing a breathtaking emerald ring nestled within its confines. A smile graced her lips as

" he confirmed, his gaze filled with warmth.

knitted together in confusion. " 'A love from the stars'... What does it mean

nostalgia. "When he was going through a rough patch in his life, my mother came to him like a guiding star, bringing love and light. So, with this ring, I wanted

pected vulnerability in Ethan's confession and the overwhelming realization that their connection was evolving beyond mere convenience. I

before responding, her voice laced with sincerity. "If that's what you're looking for, E