Chapter 137
Ella’s body was wracked with pain, her muscles spasming uncontrollably until she finally passed out. The doctors quickly moved in to examine her. Jaden stood frozen in place, staring in a daze at the frail figure on the hospital bed.
“Family members, please step aside,” the nurse said as she gently pushed him out of the room. Jaden moved mechanically, his limbs stiff and unresponsive, as if operating on autopilot.
He had no idea how much time had passed before he finally snapped out of his daze. He wondered, ‘Ella is pregnant. Whose child is it? Could it be
Chase’s?‘
After leaving Jaden, Ella was only involved with Chase, a notorious playboy. It wouldn’t be surprising if something had happened between them. While Jaden was losing sleep over Ella, she had already moved on and had a child with another man. Jaden had never felt more foolish in his life.
His heart ached, and every breath felt like it was searing his lungs. Jaden wanted nothing more than to burst in and tear Ella apart, but the thought pained him even more. Watching her suffer was already tearing him to pieces. He had been relentless during this time, pushing himself to the brink and enduring agony every second. But only he knew, only he truly understood.
Finally, the doctor emerged. “For now, we’ve managed to stabilize the pregnancy, but the mother has been under extreme emotional stress and exhaustion, which is why she showed signs of a threatened miscarriage. If she’s not careful moving forward, it could become hazardous. She needs plenty of rest, minimal movement, and to avoid any mental or emotional strain…”
The doctor was in the middle of his instructions when a cold, sharp voice suddenly cut through the air. “If keeping this child is so difficult, then don’t. Get rid of it.”
“What did you say?” The doctor couldn’t believe it. “No one can make this decision for the mother,” the doctor replied, his voice firm.
“I want you to terminate this pregnancy!” Jaden snarled, grabbing the doctor by the collar and lifting him off the ground. The overwhelming threat of death loomed over the doctor, causing cold sweat to break out on his forehead.
“Did you hear me?” Jaden said firmly.
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“Y–yes, Mr. Watson…” The doctor, recognizing him and trembling with fear, immediately arranged the surgery.
Ella, still unconscious, was wheeled into the operating room. “Is the anesthetic ready?”
Ella, in a dazed state, heard the question and instinctively furrowed her brow, wondering, ‘I’m just trying to save the pregnancy–why is anesthesia needed? Is it because the child can’t be saved?‘ She opened her eyes and saw the blinding lights of the operating room above her.
“What’s happening to the baby?” Ella asked.
The doctor, caught off guard by Ella’s awakening, became even more anxious. “Ms. Willow, I’m so sorry. It is all at Mr. Watson’s insistence. We’re just following orders…”
“I’m only asking you one thing: Can my baby be saved?” Ella interrupted, forcing herself to stay calm. Her eyes pierced as she looked at the doctor.
“At the moment, the baby can be saved, but Mr. Watson insists on terminating it,” the doctor said.
Ella’s body trembled, and her breath caught in her throat. She thought, Jaden wants to terminate my baby! He must have figured out the timing, that it was conceived that night, so he doesn’t want to keep it.‘
“Ms. Willow, we’re preparing to administer the anesthetic,” the doctor said.
“Let’s see who dares!” She gave a cold, sweeping glance around the room. “Whoever touches my child will pay with their life!”
“B–but Mr. Watson’s orders…”
“I’ll handle it myself,” Ella said, struggling to get off the operating table. Her legs felt so weak that she nearly collapsed. Supporting herself against the wall, she was drenched in sweat after just a few steps. As she finally left the operating room, she came face to face with Jaden, their eyes locking.
Jaden frowned deeply. “Did it not work?” he asked bluntly.
“Jaden Watson, if you want this child’s life, you must take mine first!” Ella shouted.
“Ella Willow! How long have we been apart, and you’re already pregnant with someone else’s child? Whose is it? Tell me!” Jaden retorted.
Ella, swaying unsteadily, curled her lips into a mocking smile. She thought, ‘So he hasn’t figured it out. He must have suspected that I was involved with someone else.‘
In her lifetime, there had only been one man for her–Jaden. Whether he believed it or not, Ella no longer wished to have ties with him. “Anyway, it’s not yours,” she said.
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Chapter 137
“I know it’s not mine; it’s Chase’s or someone else’s,” he said, striding forward and grabbing her wrist with a grip so tight it felt like it might break her bones.
Despite the pain, Ella stubbornly lifted her gaze, refusing to show weakness. “Does it matter who the father is? As long as this child is mine, that’s all that matters! Jaden Watson, we’re divorced. You go your way, and I’ll go mine. How much longer do you plan to drag me into your life? I’ve given up; I can’t fight you. I’ve sold my shares and left my hometown. All I want is to be far away from you and live peacefully. I’m not showing up before you, not causing you trouble. What more do you want from me?”
“Ella Willow, you still don’t understand what I want!” Jaden shouted.
“How could I possibly know!” Her emotions surged uncontrollably, her vision blurred, and she swayed unsteadily.
Jaden’s heart tightened as he pulled her into a firm embrace. “You useless lot, what are you just standing there for? Get her back inside and continue the surgery!”
Ella’s heart heavily pounded as she mustered the last of her strength to grasp his hand, her nails piercing his skin. With eyes blazing, she said each word with intensity, “Jaden Watson, if you harm my child, I will never forgive you, even in death! I will hate you for the rest of my life!” After speaking, she could no longer hold on and lost consciousness.
In her unconscious state, Ella no longer resisted his embrace. Her body felt cold, her temperature out of balance, and she seemed so light that carrying her was barely a strain. Jaden even worried that she might turn into a wisp of smoke and vanish entirely.
Before them lay the operating room, fully equipped and ready for the procedure. All the necessary instruments and medications were prepared; it was the perfect beginning time. The doctor stood by, waiting..
Ella’s words echoed relentlessly in his mind. If this child were to die by his hand, there would be no future for him and Ella. With a heavy heart, he closed his eyes.
He thought, ‘Since I once accepted the possibility that she was carrying Harry’s child, I can accept this, whether it’s Chase’s or someone else’s, as long as it’s Ella’s child. Why can’t I accept it now?‘
When he realized this, his heart ached. However, when he looked at Ella, his gaze softened with tenderness. He then turned and walked out.
“Get me the best medication for preserving the pregnancy!” he ordered the doctor.
Ella remained unconscious for a long time. With her energy depleted and her body and mind exhausted, it took a full day and night of sleep before she finally stirred and awoke the following evening.
To Ella’s surprise, Yolanda was the first person she saw upon waking. “How did you end up at my place?” she asked.
“Take a good look at where you are,” Yolanda exasperatedly said.
Ella slowly realized her surroundings and felt her heart sank. She had been taken to Jaden’s residence. She thought, ‘Am I being held here against my will? What about the baby?‘ She instinctively touched her belly and noticed Yolanda’s calm demeanor, suggesting she might not know anything. “Why am I here, and where is Jaden?” she asked anxiously.
“Jaden said you’re in poor health and need to rest, so he arranged for a family doctor to take care of you. I don’t know why he brought you here, but he asked me to keep you company, worried that getting too agitated might harm your health,” Yolanda replied.
“What about Liana? Did she agree to this?” Ella asked again.
“Liana doesn’t live here and hasn’t been around, so she’s unaware of any of this,” Yolanda said.
In reality, Jaden had expressly prohibited Liana from visiting his private residence. Out of pride, Liana had not mentioned this to Yolanda.
Ella furrowed her brows, thinking, ‘What exactly is Jaden up to?”
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