Female Novel
Chapter 1791: Hearts United, Yet Divided
Chapter 1791: Hearts United, Yet Divided
At 5 a. m., Joyce was released from medical observation and transferred to the top-level VIP ward,
adjacent to Anderson and Alisha's rooms.
Inside the ward, Luther held Anderson, allowing him to rest his head on his shoulder for a while. Luther
himself closed his eyes, although he wasn't asleep. So when he heard some commotion from the
neighboring room, he immediately opened his eyes, knowing it must be Joyce.
He stood up, intending to lay Anderson back on the bed. But as soon as he moved, Anderson woke up.
After all, having experienced the explosion, Anderson's mind was on high alert, making it impossible for
him to sleep peacefully.
Opening his drowsy eyes, Anderson asked, "Did Mommy come?"
Luther decided to pick Anderson up again and replied, "Hmm, Mommy should have been taken to the
room next door. Shall we go see her together?"
"Okay," Anderson nodded vigorously, instantly wide awake.
Opening the door, Luther saw Darrin standing outside the neighboring room as well. Upon seeing
Luther, Darrin said, "The boss has passed the critical period and was just transferred to the ward. It
seems like she hasn't woken up yet."
Luther nodded and carried Anderson into the room. The lights inside the room illuminated everything
with great clarity. Joyce was lying on the hospital bed, her beautiful eyes tightly closed.
She seemed to have lost a lot of blood, her face pale and almost transparent. Her usually vibrant lips
now had a tinge of blue.
Luther felt a pang of heartache, and Anderson slipped from Luther's embrace, running to Joyce's side
and tightly holding her hand. As he felt a trace of warmth, he felt a little reassured.
Luther approached Joyce, gently brushing his hand over her forehead, which was slightly damp from
sweat. Then, he traced her cheek, following the perfect contour of her nose, all the way down,
repeatedly caressing her lips. He couldn't bear to see her suffer so much.
It had been so long since he could peacefully accompany her by her side.
In reality, it hadn't been that long, but the agony and anxiety made it feel like centuries. Now, finally
being able to be with her, reunited with their family, he felt a sense of relief in his heart.
Her lips were a little cold, so he propped himself up and couldn't help but lean closer to her.
Bowing his head, he couldn't resist pressing his lips against hers, wanting to share his warmth with her.
He even ignored Anderson, who was also present in the room.
There was no need to hide anything because as much as he loved her, he felt equally heartbroken at
this moment.
He kissed her gently, feeling her lips gradually warming up.
Coincidentally, Reuben passed by the doorway of the ward. He had intended to go in and see how
Joyce was doing. However, when he witnessed the scene before him, he stopped in his tracks, feeling
somewhat awkward.
After all, it was the first time he had stumbled upon Joyce and Luther being intimate.
Darrin, seemingly unfazed, didn't even bother shifting his gaze in that direction.
Reuben cleared his throat, feeling uncomfortable, and stepped back, looking at Darrin with extremely
uneasy eyes. "I'll go check on Alisha next door."
In the end, others had found their other halves and their children were happy. For him, it was only
blessings.
Even though he felt unsettled in his heart, he still went to Alisha's room.
Darrin remained at the door, now that the immediate crisis was temporarily resolved. His nervous heart
eased slightly as he leaned against the wall, closing his eyes for a moment of rest.
Inside the ward, Luther continued to brush his lips against Joyce's, reluctant to leave, as only in this
way could he truly feel her presence.
Joyce was awakened by Luther's kiss.
She suddenly opened her beautiful eyes, gradually gaining focus, and finally saw the magnified
handsome face before her-it was him. It was him, the one she had longed for in her heart, finally back
by her side.
Luther had his eyes closed, still kissing her, unaware that she had actually woken up. She had been
gazing at him affectionately all along. It wasn't until she wrapped her arms around him that he realized
she was awake!
He quickly pulled away from her lips.
Caught in the act, a hint of embarrassment flashed across his handsome face. Had he been too
impatient?
"You're awake?" he asked in a hoarse voice.
"Yeah," Joyce replied softly.
Luther's Adam's apple bobbed up and down. "How long have you been awake?"
Joyce smiled faintly without answering.
But it was Anderson who couldn't contain his laughter and exposed the truth, saying, "Mommy has
been awake for a long time. She's been watchingyou."
Luther was taken aback and gave Anderson a stern look. The kid didn't even bother to remind him.
"What about Alisha? How is she?" Joyce was most concerned about Alisha.
"She's still asleep. Her chest wound has been treated, so it shouldn't get infected," Luther replied.
Joyce nodded and reached out to touch Luther's handsome profile and sexy jawline. She felt sorry for
him. "You've lost so much weight. You've worked hard during this period."
Luther took a deep breath, moved by her words. "It's you who has suffered more. It's my fault for
making you endure. Especially after what happened last night, you were right. And don't blame Alisha
either. She's still young and doesn't understand. She's innocent. We owe her."
Joyce nodded. "Yeah, I understand from the beginning. I knew you must have had your reasons. I don't
blame you, especially after what happened last night. You were right. And don't blame Alisha either.
She's still young and doesn't understand. She's innocent. We owe her."
Luther nodded. "Yeah, I was too impatient. I knew I hadn't gained Alisha's complete trust yet. The
timing wasn't right, but I couldn't wait any longer, not even a single day. I didn't have the time..."
Suddenly, Joyce covered his lips with her hand and shook her head. "Don't say it. It won't happen. I will
never let that happen."
She smiled mischievously. "You're the one who provoked me. You can't expect to get away from me in
this lifetime. I won't let you have your way."novelbin
Luther's lips trembled slightly, and he held her hand, repeatedly kissing her palm.
Such a good wife, what more could he ask for?
Anderson, too, held Joyce's other hand. Such a good mommy, she was his lifelong fortune.
Joyce looked at Anderson tenderly and asked, "How did Anderson end up here? Did you bring him?
Why didn't you let him rest properly and worry about me instead?"
Luther was momentarily stunned, contemplating whether to tell Joyce the truth later, so as not to
overwhelm her right after waking up. After all, Vicki's life was still uncertain.
Anderson chimed in, "Of course, I had to come. I couldn't wait to see Mommy and my little sister. None
of you can leave me behind."
Joyce smiled softly. "Okay, we're finally reunited as a family."
As she spoke, a sudden unease struck her. Yes, they were physically together, but their hearts were
not united. How could she forget the resentment in Alisha's eyes when she stabbed her last night? The
hatred was real, bone-deep! What should she do to make Alisha recognize her?
Just then, Darrin appeared at the door and knocked on the side. "Boss, Mr. Warner, Alisha has
awakened."
Luther and Joyce exchanged a glance upon hearing the news.
Alisha had woken up. How was her current state of mind?