Her Revenge From Shadow to Sunlight novel Chapter 10

Chapter 10

Chapter 10

Harvey winked playfully at Alicia, a charming, slightly roguish smile spreading across his face. “I’ll come check on you later, sweetie,” he said in a light, flirtatious tone, before turning to follow Charles out.

Alicia’s lips twitched, her expression a mix of amusement and disbelief. ‘Who does this guy think he is? Sweetie? We’re not that close.’

When Kevin saw Charles and Harvey leave, he turned to Alicia and said, “Miss Lawrence, this is Brooke O’Hara. She’s your personal caregiver, arranged to assist you throughout your hospital stay.”

Alicia was taken aback. ‘Why did they hire a caregiver for me?’ She waved her hand dismissively. “I’ll be fine with just some medicine. I don’t need to stay in the hospital, and I certainly don’t need a caregiver.”

But Kevin ignored her protests. He turned to Brooke and said, “Miss Lawrence has a stomach condition. You’re a professional. I believe you know how to care for her properly.”

Brooke immediately broke into a warm, confident smile. “Don’t worry, sir,” she replied in a calm and reassuring tone. “I know exactly how to care for her.”

Satisfied, Kevin gave a brief nod, then turned to Alicia. “Please rest well, Miss Lawrence. I’ll be going now.” With that, he quickly made his way toward the door.

Outside the ward, Charles released Harvey’s arm, his gaze icy and unwavering. “Don’t even think about hitting on her,” he warned, his voice low and leaving no room for argument.

“Huh? Who?” Harvey asked, feigning innocence as he rubbed his sore wrist. “Seriously, man,” he continued

wrist.” with a pained grin, “why are you so strong? You nearly broke my

“Don’t make me say it again,” Charles said, his voice dropping to a dangerous calm. His eyes narrowed slightly, leaving no doubt he meant every word. “Otherwise, I’ll send you straight home to take over the family

business.”

Kevin, who had just reached the door, froze in place. ‘Is he really using the family business as a threat? But most people would fight tooth and nail for that chance. He didn’t dare step out, afraid he might hear more shocking things.

Harvey raised an eyebrow. “Oh? So you’ve got your eye on that girl? I didn’t know you like the sweetheart type. I thought you preferred someone bold and straightforward like Isolde. So how far have you gotten? Let me tell you, with women, you’ve got to win their body before you win their heart. You-”

“Shut up. Mind your own business,” Charles cut Harvey off, his eyes sharp with a serious warning. “In short, don’t mess with her. And this isn’t a suggestion.”

Harvey held up his hands in a gesture of surrender. “Alright, alright. She’s yours. I won’t lay a finger on her.” Charles had just withdrawn his icy stare when Harvey leaned in again with a playful grin. “I can still be her friend though, right?”

Charles’s eyes turned cold again. Harvey coughed lightly and said, “Really, just friends. I won’t lead her astray.”

Charles simply stared back in silence. Intimidated by that look, Harvey coughed again and quickly gave in. “Fine, fine. No friends either. Got it.”

Only then did Charles speak, his tone low and his gaze still intense. “Can her stomach problem be completely cured?” he asked, his expression serious but worried.

Harvey’s eyebrows shot up. “Hold on. When you asked me earlier if chronic stomach issues could be fully cured, were you talking about this girl? No way. Have you been interested in her that long? Just who is she?”

“Don’t ask questions that don’t concern you,” Charles said coldly, his voice dropping to a warning tone and his eyes narrowing slightly.

“Okay,” Harvey replied, his tone noticeably flat. “Like I said before, her stomach problem is due to irregular eating. The only real solution is careful nurturing over time. That’s the most effective approach. Sure, you could go for a stomach transplant, but nothing works better than the original, right?”

Charles gave a slight nod and ended the conversation with Harvey. Seeing his chance, Kevin, who had been lingering by the door, finally stepped out. “Let’s head back,” Charles said to Kevin.

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As soon as both were in the car, Kevin started the engine without delay. Just then, his phone rang. He glanced at the screen. It was Charles’s father, Samuel Yates. He stole a quick look at Charles in the rearview mirror before answering.

“Why aren’t you back yet?” Samuel’s voice sounded annoyed. “Didn’t you leave the company ages ago?”

“We’re on the way now, sir. We ran into a small issue, but we’ll be there within 30 minutes,” Kevin replied.

Samuel’s tone was sharp with disapproval. “You’re over an hour late today. As a driver, failing to keep to schedule is a failure in your duty. Do not let it happen again.” He hung up before Kevin could even respond.

Kevin felt utterly helpless. I’m just a driver. How am I supposed to stop Mr. Yates from doing whatever he wants? It’s not like I can tell him what to do.’

Noticing Kevin’s bitter expression, Charles spoke calmly but firmly. “From now on, you don’t need to take those kinds of calls. You’re my driver, my personal driver, not the family’s. Is that clear?”

Kevin froze for a moment, then a relieved smile spread across his face as he nodded eagerly. “Understood, Mr. Yates.”

The closer the car got to Yates Manor, the colder Charles’s expression became. Kevin, who often stole glances at Charles during these returns, had initially thought his boss was simply detached person, someone who wore the same stern face even when coming home.

But today, Kevin realized Charles did have expressions and had even smiled today. Yet the closer they got to home, the darker Charles’s mood seemed to become. ‘He must really hate coming back,’ Kevin thought.

Kevin knew a little about the situation. Charles Yates and his father Samuel Yates did not get along, and every return home put Charles in a foul mood.

Chapter 10

‘People say money solves everything, but the Yates have more than enough, and Mr. Yates is still unhappy. Goes to show every family has its problems, rich or poor. Kevin reflected inwardly.

After Charles and the others left, Alicia finally took a proper look around the ward. It was a private room with a single hospital bed that was soft and warm.

Spacious at over 30 square meters, the room was furnished with a wardrobe, a coffee table, and a sofa. There was even a balcony with a small table and two matching chairs. A few magazines tucked neatly on the lower shelf of the table.

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