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Miley smirked. “Olivia, it's been over six months and your sharp tongue has changed much. Did you forget to
beat your teeth this morning | could smell it from far away”
“You're out of your mind Olivia burst out, furon
“Only someone with issues themselves would think others have them. Id sort you visit a phatrist and checked for
any underlying conditions. Otherwise, how else do you explain your lack of bodas-y going here people's
boyfriend?
Hailey wasn’t just referring to this incident. Lydia had a first love in middle school-Over her on him
Having been spoiled at home, Olma was used to taking whatever she wanted, and Lydia’s first love was no
exception. Haley happened to return at the exact moment that this was unfolding Without hesitation, she
stepped in to stand up for Lydan
“Olivia, how dare you bully my sister? Lydia's voice rang out from behind.
Olivia spun around, her embarrassment quickly turning to anger. “Are you blind? When did | ever bully her?” Olia
and Lydia were sworn enemies who could barely stand the sight of each other without wanting to tear each other
apart
Lydia sneered. “I saw everything. Do you think | didn’t notice how you acted all flirty in front of my sister's
boyfriend? Who were you putting on a show for! Shamelest
Furious, Olivia swung her handbag straight at Lydia's face before lunging at her with clawing hands. She
shrieked, “I beat you to death, you wretch”
Hailey rearted swiftly, grabbing Olivia by the collar before she could get any closer. Her grip was firm-no matter
how much Olivia struggled, she couldn't break free. Instead, her face flushed red with frustration.
“You're all ganging up on me, bullying a helpless woman like me! That is too much?” Olivia was so enraged that
she looked like she might burst into tears on the spot
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Hailey leaned in slightly, her voice icy as she whispered into Olivia's ear, “If you dare cry, I'll make sure you
never look the sagain?
Olivia fell silent immediately, knowing Hailey’s reputation for ruthlessness well. Hailey had been arrogant and
domineering in middle school, she was undoubtedly even more so after all these years. Olivia sniffled, her
makeup ruined as tears blurred her eyeliner into a smeared meu.
“Still not leaving”” Lydia tossed her bag at Olivia.
Olivia stood up with a cold sort, unwilling to back down. “I won't let you get away with this” With that, fearing
Hailey might make another move, she hurriedly grabbed her bag and stormed off
Only then did Hailey turn to look at Lydia, who happened to meet her gaze. The two sisters locked eyes for a
moment before both couldn't help but burst into laughter.
That night, Hailey still slept alongside 1 ydia. The difference was that tonight, they had returned to their old
dynamic. They stayed up talking late into the night, just like they used to, with endless topics to discuss. It
wasn't until | am that they finally drifted off to sleep
Before bed. Hailey went so the bathroom. Passing Owen’s room, she faintly heard low groans. At first, Hailey
thought she was mistaken, but after listening closely, she realized the sounds were authentic. Without hesitation,
Hailey pushed open the door and walked in.
Owen's face was deathly pale on the bed. Despite the cold weather, his forehead was drenched in sweat. “Owen,
what's wrong with you?” Hadey asked, her voice laced with conCETIL
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Owen opened his eyes, bloodshot and weary. “Hailey, why are you awake?”
“Is your stomach hurting?” Hailey asked, her eyes filled with guilt and regret. “I shouldn't have let you eat from
that street vendor.
Owen shook his head. “No, it’s just that I'm not used to it”
Hailey’s eyes were red with self-reproach, but she knew this wasn’t the tto cry Tl call an ambulance. You
should rest for
Since Owen hadn't experienced gastric pain in a long time, he didn’t have any medication with him. Greg,
however, often suffered from stomachaches and always kept medicine at home, but medicine couldn't be taken
casually. To be cautious, Hailey decided to call for an ambulance.
Several clinics were in town, but most were likely closed by now. It took a while before someone finally answered
the phone. By the tOwen was sent to the hospital, an hour had passed.
That night, the entire Brown family stayed awake. Owen underwent a gastroscopy, and the doctor confirmed it
was a stomach ulcer. He was advised to eat only light foods for the next few days and avoid anything spicy.
Hailey blamed herself so much that she couldn't sleep a wink the entire night.
Owen noticed her dark circles the following day and felt heartbroken and amused. He raised his hand to touch
her eyes gently. “Why do you look more likely you're the one who's sick?”
Hailey had already felt guilty the entire night, and its weight still lingered. “I’m so sorry,” she said.
“Alright, I've already told you. My body is the problem, not you,” Owen said.
Hailey lowered her head. Owen lifted the blanket. “Chere,” he said.
Hailey refused. “Mom will be here soon.” It would be so embarrassing if she were seen.
“Then I'll let you have this bed. You cover and get srest
Hailey shook her head. “You're the one who's sick. I'm perfectly fine. Taking your bed would be too much”
Owen was at a loss and could only lift the blanket, preparing to get out of bed. “In that case, | won't sleep
either,” he threatened.
“Don’t move around, you're still on an IV, Hailey warned.
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As soon as Owen stood up, the IV started to backflow. Hailey quickly pushed him back down. Sitting up, Owen
lazily fixed his gaze on her. Then clie next to me,” he said.
Feeling helpless, Hailey nodded and moved to the other side. She slipped off her shoes and jacket before
carefully climbing into bed. Owen also lay down, using his unhooked arm to pull her into his embrace. With a soft
sigh and a hint of complaint, he murmured, “Hailey, it’s been so long since we've slept together.”
Hailey’s face flushed instantly, and she gently punched him. “Can you not be so blunt when you speak?”
Owen paused for a moment, then smirked knowingly. “All I meant by ‘sleeping together was to sleep. | didn't
imply anything else. What are you thinking?”
Hailey froze momentarily, her face growing redder, almost as if it could bleed. She had misunderstood.
Owen chuckled softly and pulled her closer into his arms. “Alright, close your eyes and go to sleep. Be good.”
His voice was so gentle that Hailey couldn't help but close her eyes, a faint smile tugging at the corners of her
lips, She had been awake all night and was incredibly tired, and it didn’t take long for her to drift off to sleep
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When Hailey woke up, the sun was already high in the sky, and Owen was gone. On the table next to her was a
thermos food container she had brought from home. There was also a sticky note with Owen’s handwriting,
telling her to finish the oatmeal as soon as she woke up.
Hailey obediently finished the oatmeal and was about to find Owen when the ward’s door opened. Her adoptive
father, Greg, stepped inside.
Greg looked deeply troubled as he entered. Without wasting any time, he said, “Hailey, there's something | need
to tell you about your mother’s death”
Hailey blinked, confused. “My mother?”
Yes, your biological mother, Valerie Dalton.”