Chapter 216
“No, thanks,” Anastasia said, shaking her hand.
“Oh, thank you, sir,” the lady whose purse was snatched quickly expressed her gratitude to the man
You’re welcome, ma’am, the man replied. He looked handsome and cheerful, with a charming smile, dressed stylishly.
thinking
Anastasia was momentarily surprised, thinking this young man resembled Alastor in his younger days.
Anastasia had seen those old photos of Alastor from his high school and college years. He once looked energetic and innocent.
Unfortunately, back then, Alastor didn’t belong to Anastasia. Taking a deep breath, Anastasia looked away,
She didn’t often contemplate what made men handsome, as both Alastor and Jason were undeniably attractive.
The young man noticed a small blood stain on Anastasia’s chest area and looked alarmed, saying, “Miss, you’re bleeding. I’ll take you to the hospital.”
With that, he pulled Anastasia towards a taxi.
Anastasia was momentarily stunned and refused, “No, it’s okay…
The man stated. “I haven’t begun my boarding process today, so I have ample time.” He didn’t allow Anastasia the opportunity to decline.
Anastasia didn’t say anything more.
“How old are you?” Anastasia asked after they got in the car.
She believed that there are not many young men with such kind hearts these days.
“Twenty–seven,” the man replied with a smile.
Anastasia was slightly stunned. It was hard to believe they were the same age. She had figured he was barely in his twenties.
She asked, “When’s your birthday?”
“March 29th,” he replied with a smile, scratching his head.
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Tm two days older than you,” Anastasia said.
The man said with a smile, Tm Marvin Lopez. What’s your name? Since we’re the same age, we might be able to be friends”
Anastasia was momentarily stunned and remained silent for a few seconds.
She thought, “What a coincidence. His last name is Lopez too.
“Well, there are many people with the last name Lopez in Hork. It’s not uncommon.
Anastasia replied, “It’s great to know you. I’m Anastasia Lawson.”
“Anastasia, you’re really brave,” Marvin said.
Anastasia was charmed by his smile and said, “Thanks, you’re even braver.”
The car stopped at the hospital entrance. Anyway, Anastasia needed to go to the hospital.
“Marvin, I can do it by myself. I don’t want to take up your time. Thanks for bringing me here,” Anastasia politely said.
Marvin appeared somewhat shy as he asked, “Anastasia, may I add you as a friend on WhatsApp? Please don’t misunderstand.
“I’ve just returned from studying abroad and haven’t spent much time in Hork recently, so I don’t have many friends here. I’d simply like to be friends with you.” Marvin looked a bit uneasy.
Anastasia nodded and agreed, “Sure, if you want to know anything about Hork, you can ask me on WhatsApp.”
Marvin felt quite happy and exclaimed, “I’m so lucky. I made a friend today.”
9:23 PM
Chapter 216
After adding Anastasia on WhatsApp, Marvin got into the car and left.
Anastasia stood outside the hospital and took a deep breath to steady herself before entering the building.
She first went to the orthopedic department to have the doctor check her wounds. The doctor assured her everything was fine, and only then did she muster the courage to go in Zeke’s room.
Since the incident at the art exhibition, Anastasia hadn’t visited Zeke again.
Amanda called Anastasia daily to provide updates, stating that Zeke was recovering rapidly and was able to utter a few words with a stutter.
Anastasia went into the ward and found Zeke sitting on the bed doing his rehab exercises. When he saw Anastasia walk in, he avoided her gaze.
He was clearly feeling guilty. Maybe Zeke had realized that he had treated Anastasia too badly over the years.
“Hi. Anastasia,” Amanda greeted her with a smile and got up to take the dishes out to wash.
Anastasia stood by the bedside, looking at Zeke, who seemed nervous. She asked, “Can you speak now?”
“Oh… Oh…” Zeke mumbled, unable to speak clearly.
“Sienna… That day… The painting… Painting… Zeke struggled to explain. “Not Me Not me…”
Zeke wanted to say that Sienna had forcibly taken him to the art exhibition that day, and since he couldn’t speak, she had used him.
Anastasia nodded. She didn’t doubt his words.
Zeke might be a jerk, but he was realistic. Now that Meredith was in prison and Zeke was paralyzed, Sienna wouldn’t take care of him. If he didn’t please Anastasia, he had no one to count on.
Anastasia didn’t bother arguing with Zeke. She just asked him directly, “When my mom married you, was she already pregnant? Am I not your daughter!”
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