Chapter 249
248.Chapter 248
Teresa said, “Just do what you want.” With that, she hung up. She felt helpless because she had moved on, but Jennifer was still stuck.
Donald had been stuck in bed for three days and couldn’t take it anymore. Jennifer’s distant attitude over the past few days had been driving him crazy.
Unable to hold back, he cornered Jennifer in the hospital garden during her lunch break. He pulled her into a tight embrace, ignoring her struggles.
He said, “Why are you being so cold again? Are you having second thoughts? Or are you still planning to leave me? Didn’t you promise you wouldn’t? I’ve already arranged the transfer to Nareigh General Hospital. We’ll go together, okay? ”
Jennifer gently pushed him away and said, “But I’m Teresa’s sister. I don’t think we should be together p>
Donald said firmly, “As long as I love you, that’s all that matters. I don’t care about anything else p>
Jennifer hesitated, her gaze dropping. She said, “I still need more time to think about it p>
Donald said, “Jennifer, don’t push me to the edge. I’ve already told my mom. I don’t care about your family, I don’t care that you’re Teresa’s sister, and I don’t care about your past.
“You’re a kind, upright woman, and I love you. I want to be with you p>
Jennifer said, “But I…” Before she could finish, Donald kissed her lips.
Donald pulled Jennifer closer, his kisses deepening with an almost desperate intensity.
Jennifer felt her resistance melt away under his fervor. She placed her hands on his waist, but the moment her fingers brushed against his still–healing wound from the car accident, she froze.
Jennifer thought, ‘He was willing to risk his life for me.‘ Lost in thought, she didn’t even notice when a platinum ring slipped onto her finger. Stunned, she stared at it in disbelief.
Donald rarely saw her so dazed. He kissed her forehead and took her hand in his. His fingers trembled slightly. He couldn’t tell whether it was from nerves or urgency.
He said, “I’ve had this ring ready for a long time, just waiting for the right moment to give it to you. Jennifer, will you be my girlfriend? I promise to love you, protect you, and heal the wounds of your past p>
Tears welled up in Jennifer’s eyes. The afternoon sunlight refracted off the ring, its dazzling brilliance piercing her vision and warming her frozen heart.
She never imagined she could receive such a solemn promise. She brushed over the ring with care. She had been lying to herself all along. She wasn’t indifferent to love. Deep down, she longed for such a kind of pure, unwavering love.
In that moment, she couldn’t bring herself to say no. The days of hesitation she had endured melted away as she gave a small nod.
Donald felt relieved. He gazed at her with deep affection and kissed her fingers tenderly. He murmured, “Finally, you’re my girlfriend. Jennifer, I love you. Tell me you love me, too p>
He carefully kissed her lips again. He wrapped his arms around her waist and deepened the kiss.
Jennifer closed her eyes, tears slipping down her cheeks as happiness wrapped around her. Yet, a sense of unease lingered in her heart. She thought, ‘He called me upright, exceptional, and kind. But what if he ever found out the truth?
‘I swapped the samples to protect Teresa, but from Donald’s perspective, it would look like I have hurt Jonathan. If Teres child were ever discovered, Jonathan would undoubtedly blame Donald, accusing him of betrayal.
‘It could tear them apart, turning them into enemies. Cathy would resent me too. No, I can’t let that happen. I have to protect Teresa, my nephew, myself, and most importantly, Donald, the man I love.
‘I have fought so hard for this happiness, I can’t afford to lose it p>
Donald chuckled softly, loosening his hold on her. He said, “You’re kissing me, but your mind’s somewhere else. Am I that bad at it? Looks like I need more practice p>
Jennifer shook her head and said, “I was just thinking I’ll protect you too, Donald. Always.” She was determined to guard the secret about Teresa’s child.
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