Filed to story: The CEO’s Wife Is a Secret Boss Novel (Allison & Jeremy) Free Online
*Lyse, I don’t care if you hate me or what else you might think about me. But this is all I can share with you about Sir.”
Jameson wasn’t dreaming of being able to see daylight once again.
It was just that he was well aware of what would await her and the entire Taylor family once she found out about Justin’s true identity.
Sir was a heartless madman. His gentleness, elegance, and charm were all a fa?ade.
As much as Jameson’s deceit was repugnant, it was also his way of trying to keep Alyssa safe. Given Alyssa’s fearless and astute nature, she might inadvertently cause a catastrophic disaster-one that would be unbearable for her.
“There’s another thing that I can be sure of. The medication that Jeremy took isn’t fatal. It will not affect his physical health negatively.”
Jameson took a deep breath. He chuckled bitterly. “Otherwise, Sir wouldn’t have suggested having you take that medication.”
“Me?’ Alyssa widened her eyes in shock. Her face paled.
“Sir will not harm you. So, the medication he gave you will not be fatal. However, he said that you will be in agonizing pain after you consume it, so…”
The look on Jameson’s face darkened gradually. His cuffed hands quivered slightly as if he were trying his best to suppress an intense emotion.
He didn’t need to continue explaining. Alyssa understood it all.
‘This ‘Sir’ asked you to have me take that medication. Although he didn’t specify what the drug is, at the very least, he would have told you what the effect of the drug is, right?”
“He said that it will make you… belong to me forever,” Jameson stuttered in a raspy voice.
“Ah… I get it now.”
Alyssa knew that she wouldn’t be able to get any more valuable information from Jameson, and she no longer wanted to face him.
So, she got to her feet. “I’m leaving, Jameson. There’s no way that I can bring myself to tell you anything that goes against how I really feel. I will not tell you to ‘take care’ because you know that I absolutely despise you. “But I do hope that you will continue to stay alive and well in there until the day of your sentencing.”
Just as she turned around, Jameson leaped to his feet. With tears in his eyes, he exclaimed, “Lyse, I’m sorry!” Alyssa froze in her tracks, but she didn’t turn around.
“I tried doing everything I could to make you mine because being together with you is the only way for me to feel that the Jimmy from the past hasn’t died. It was the only way for me to feel that his heart was still beating and that he was still alive.”
Jameson reached his hand out and pretended to stroke her back gently, his tears revealing his deep pain and regret. “Ever since I fell into the deep chasm… you were the most beautiful butterfly that I met.”
Nevertheless, the most regretful thing was that once he started falling, he couldn’t stop.
Jameson’s classic line was laden with the boundless sorrow and desolation he felt after his realization.
Alyssa shuddered. Finally, she disappeared from his view without saying a word or turning back.
Jameson hunched forward bit by bit, as if his soul had been sucked out from him. In an instant, it was like he had become broken. A smile spread across his face as he cried.
He knew that Alyssa still wouldn’t choose him in their next life.
Thus, he also no longer looked forward to reincarnation or his next life.
The biting cold wind outside the detention center pierced Alyssa’s aching chest.
*Jameson is indeed unrepentant. He’s a lost cause!” Sean clenched his hands into fists, his eyes blazing with anger.
“He really doesn’t know what that medication is.”
Alyssa lifted her head and looked up at the clear skies. Even so, her chest felt stuffy. There was a glint in the corner of her eyes as she added, “I believe him this time.”
“But he wasn’t willing to expose the identity of that ‘Sir.’ He’s still keeping things to himself and still persisting in his evil ways!”
It was as if Alyssa saw through his intentions. Yet, she didn’t want to understand him. She simply shook her head and said, “At the very least, we know that that medication won’t harm Jeremy’s health, and that’s enough. As for the rest, I will wait for Jul to treat him and for him to wake up.”
Before she finished speaking, her phone rang.
Alyssa’s chest tightened when she saw that Ben, Newton’s secretary, was calling. She answered the phone immediately.
“Mr. Gorham!”
In a concerned tone, Ben asked, “Ms. Alyssa, are you in Solana City right now?”
“Yes, I am. Is Grandpa Newton okay?”
“Mr. Newton found out about Mr. Jeremy getting hurt and falling unconscious. It came as such a huge blow to him that he actually ended up being hospitalized. Fortunately, though, his critical period has passed. He has been transferred to a regular ward.”
Alyssa’s heart wrenched. She pressed her hands against her chest and almost lost her balance.
It was good that Sean was there to catch her in time and prevent her from falling.
‘Earlier, Mr. Newton kept mumbling your name. He really wants to see you. If it’s convenient for you, would you be able to make a trip to the hospital?”
Alyssa wasted no time, hurrying to the hospital with Sean by her side.
As they drove, Sean noticed Alyssa’s distressed look and felt a pang of deep concern. “Ms. Alyssa, you should really get some rest first. You’re still weak, and pushing yourself like this isn’t good for you!”
Since returning, Sean had dropped the formal address, speaking more casually when he was anxious.
‘I’m fine. I’m just worried about Grandpa Newton…” Alyssa closed her tear-filled eyes. Her heart was aching with sorrow.
Newton’s illness was a consequence of his heartache over his grandson Jeremy, who lay unconscious from his injuries, and Alyssa, who had been like a granddaughter to Newton, was the one responsible for the situation.
When Alyssa arrived at the hospital, her suit was drenched in a cold sweat, and her legs felt like they were walking on clouds.
Ben was already waiting outside the door to the hospital ward.
“I’m sorry for being late, Mr. Gorham,” Alyssa choked as tears welled up in her eyes.
“All’s good as long as you’re able to come. This way.”
Ben made way for Alyssa. However, despite usually being fearless and straightforward, she was now standing outside the door in hesitation. She didn’t have the guts to enter. She was too ashamed to do so too.
“Out of everyone in the younger generation, other than Mr. Jeremy, you are the one whom Mr. Newton loves the most.’
Ben could tell what was going through Alyssa’s mind. He warmly said, “Go ahead, Ms. Alyssa. Mr. Newton has been waiting for you.”
When Alyssa stepped into the hospital ward, she saw Newton propped weakly against the headboard of his bed under the warm sunlight. He was half-asleep.
“Grandpa Newton…” Alyssa murmured, approaching his bedside with a heavy heart.
Newton opened his tired eyes, and a look of joy came across his sickly-looking face. With much effort, he reached out his chapped hands to her.
“Alyssa, you’re here? I just knew… that you are the kindest one.”
Initially, Alyssa thought that she had good control over her emotions. Contrary to her expectations, a casual greeting from Newton made her break down instantly. Like a child who felt guilty, she stood by Newton’s bed and cried her eyes out.
“Grandpa Newton…. I’m sorry… It was all my fault… I caused Jeremy to get hurt…”
“Oh, silly. I just knew… that you would definitely say such things when you came.”
Newton held her slender and icy hands. His heart ached to see how much weight she had lost. “I have never blamed you. You must remember that no matter what happens, you will always be the one I love the most.
“I was afraid that you’d let your mind wander and blame yourself… that’s why I had Ben contact you.”
Alyssa’s tear-streaked face evoked sympathy from anyone who saw her.
“My dear, do you know what scares me the most?” Newton let out a long sigh. “I’m afraid that if Jeremy truly never wakes up, what will become of you?
“Your family members are all in Belbanks. Your brothers… They will all marry eventually and be tied down to their families.
“If Jeremy never wakes up… Who will be the one who can keep you company and protect you for the rest of your life? Plus, I know that you’re deeply in love with Jeremy. Both of you are willing to give your lives for the other person. But if… if Jeremy never wakes up-
“Don’t scare yourself, Grandpa Newton. Jeremy will surely regain consciousness. I’m sure he will!”
Alyssa lifted her shaking hands to wipe away the tears from the corners of her eyes. Confidently, she declared, As long as he’s still unconscious, I will stay and keep watch over him by his side. Even if he ends up in this unfortunate state his whole life, I will keep on waiting for him.”
“He’s already in that situation. What use is there spewing such grand-sounding rubbish?”
With tears glistening in her eyes, Alyssa looked behind her. To her surprise, Javier stormed into the hospital ward with fury and hatred. He walked right up to her.
