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Chapter 148 "Thank you for accepting him and loving him, Elaine." Alice handeda cup of tea, her eyes filled with eager warmth as she spoke.

Her words struck a chord deep within me. Tears pricked at the corners of my eyes, but I kept my smile steady. "You're making it sound like no one else would want him." Alice pursed her lips, an expression of soft amusement, and I reached for the tea she had prepared.

As I took a sip, the tea's fragrant aroma filled my senses. It was refreshing, unlike anything I had ever tasted before. The river water truly made a difference-it gave the tea a clarity and purity I couldn't quite describe.

"My brother refused to look for a girlfriend for my sake," Alice said softly, her voice tinged with guilt. "He was afraid that his future wife wouldn't be good to me, and he thought that I..." She trailed off, unable to finish her sentence.

Her reluctance spoke volumes. I could tell she was worried-worried that Ashton hadn't toldabout her condition. She was afraid that if I knew the truth, I might think less of him or even walk away.

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I took another sip of the tea, letting its warmth calm me. Then I said gently, "That you have a weak immune system? Look at me, Alice. Do I seem like such a superficial person to you?" Relief washed over her face, and a smile replaced her earlier tension.

"Did he tell you about my condition, Elaine?" she asked, her voice cautious but hopeful.

"Of course," I replied without hesitation. "Why else would I call the way here? I wanted to meet you, and..." I let my gaze wander around the beautiful yard, shaking my head lightly as I trailed off. Alice tilted her head, her big, curious eyes sparkling. “And what?" Her sensitivity, especially when it cto her brother, was clear. I didn't want to upset her, so I decided to be honest. "I wanted to take you back with me. But now that I've seen this beautiful life of yours, I feel like I don't have the right to take you away." Her expression softened as she listened.

I continued, "Even if you stayed at my place and never had to suffer a day in your life, it wouldn't be the same. That house would feel like a cage to you. How could you feel free and at ease in a place like that?" Now I understood why Ashton had chosen to leave her here. This place, with its lush greenery and quiet serenity, was more than just a home-it was a haven. It was a place where she could feel alive, surrounded by nature's calming embrace.

But then Alice surprised me. "I'll go with you if you take me," she said quickly, her words takingoff guard. "Won't you miss this place?” I asked, stunned.

She lifted her cup and took a sip, her silence speaking louder than words.

I could sense her hesitation. She didn't want to leave the freedom this place gave her, but at the stime, there was a longing in her voice. Maybe it was a desire to experience something more, something beyond the confines of her current life.

17:15 < Chapter 148 Get 5* Perhaps this beautiful oasis I admired so much was a kind of prison for her. While I envied the tranquility of her surroundings, maybe she saw it as a constant reminder of her limitations.

#Menu "I want to treat my illness so that I can get better, and Ashton won't have to worry aboutanymore," Alice said softly, her voice filled with quiet determination.

Her words opened the door forto bring up the topic of her health. "Hasn't he brought you to the doctor before?" I asked.

I remembered the promise Ashton had made to me: if I paid for Alice's treatment, he would repaywith his body.

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Alice nodded. "He has, but they all said I need a heart transplant." She bit her lip, her voi r voice trembling slightly.

"But it's really risky. On top of that, my blood type is really rare. Ashton doesn't want to take the risk." Her confession made my heart ache.

As I held the teacup, my hands trembled slightly. I couldn't believe Ashton would stop Alice from getting the transplant because of the risks.

el But then I understood. He was terrified of losing her. Even without the surgery, Alice's life was a delicate balancing act. She couldn't take any shocks or endure emotional agitation. She was living on borrowed time, fragile but holding on. The surgery offered hope, but it also carried the possibility of failure-a possibility Ashton wasn't willing to face.

It was as if a knife had pierced my chest, the pain sharp and unrelenting.

"Your brother's afraid of something happening to you," I said softly, voicing Ashton's fears.

Alice nodded, her gaze dropping to her lap. "I know, but I want to get well.

I I don't want him to worry a boutall the time." 17:15

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