The Billionaire Stands Up for Me-Chapter 179: Hospitalized with Illness

As soon as the phone connected, Shirley Turner’s panicked pleas came from the other end.

I was full of guard and asked indifferently, "Where are you? Wasn’t he just taken away by the police for questioning about the Gordon Family case?"

"He’s seriously ill, and the police let him go after the inquiry."

"Then if he’s in the hospital, how did he suddenly fall into a coma?"

"Ah..." Shirley cried, "It’s all because of Mason Miller, that bastard Adrian Gordon, he framed Mason, ruined him..."

I understood immediately.

Mason Miller was arrested on charges of espionage, and this is no small matter.

Jason Miller has only this one son, of course, he has to find someone to help out.

But the Miller Family has already fallen into bankruptcy, who would give him face?

Probably ran into walls everywhere, the stress aggravated his condition.

"I’ve said it, if you want me to pay for his treatment, show some sincerity, go to the cemetery and kneel to apologize to my mom, otherwise I..."

"Lily Miller! Are you even human! Your dad is about to die, and you’re still making things difficult for him! Do you really have to watch him die?" Before I could finish, Shirley hysterically scolded.

But even so, I remained calm.

Recently, my own days have been tough, how could I have the mind to care about them?

If it weren’t for such an unbearable "family," I wouldn’t have been dragged down by them, unable to even protect the man I love.

They ruined me, and now they expect me to save their lives?

"Shirley Turner, I’m telling you, for years you haven’t fulfilled your parental responsibilities, and I’ve done my best for you! Don’t bother me anymore, Jason Miller’s illness has nothing to do with me. If you have money, treat him, if not, then let him wait to die! Such scum, living is just a waste of resources!"

After finishing my words, I didn’t care about their reaction, hung up the phone directly, and blocked Shirley’s number.

The silence surged around me, and I felt an unprecedented lightness inside.

So, this is what "cutting off family ties" feels like.

It’s like being tightly bound by vines and weeds, constantly being dragged down to the bottom, only to suddenly have all the restraints cut away, feeling light and reborn!

In an instant, even breathing became abnormally pleasant.

Losing Daniel Carter made me gradually see through many things.

Whether it’s gratitude or hatred.

Keeping it in mind is just a shackle to oneself.

From now on, I won’t love anyone, and I won’t hate anyone.

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I began to busy myself with the domestic fashion week.

Filling my brain with work every day.

At seven in the evening, I was still discussing work with Calvin Yance at the company.

After finishing, I got up to leave, and as I packed up to leave, I saw him waiting outside.

"Anything else?" I glanced at my phone and looked up at him.

"Nothing much, just that everyone has left, and I’m worried you might be... scared alone." Calvin hesitated with his words, but I instantly understood what he meant from his eyes.

Lately, since the news of my breakup with Daniel Carter spread, his concern and greetings have noticeably increased.

Cherry had already said that he fancies me.

Previously, he was obviously held back by Daniel Carter, so he didn’t make it obvious.

But now that I’m single, he’s definitely feeling his chance has come.

Thinking of this, I smiled politely, "No need, I’m used to being alone."

He smiled but said nothing, still following me towards the elevator.

As I watched the numbers slowly slide down, I silently rehearsed a few words.

"President Yance, I’m not sure if I’m misinterpreting, but your concern seems to exceed that of colleagues." I looked at him, polite and courteous.

"..." Calvin was stunned, looking taken aback.

Then he raised his hand to rub his nose.

This was an obvious sign of guilt.

A moment later, he replied, "I quite admire you, you know I spent many years abroad and don’t have those traditional constraints. I don’t mind you’ve been married, or had boyfriends."

Inside me, I felt a chill.

Didn’t expect him to be so direct.

"Thank you for admiring me, but after all this, I really have no expectations for relationships," I smiled bitterly, clarifying my stance, not wanting to give him the wrong idea.

"Lily Miller, I’m not like them. My parents are abroad, they’ve been divorced for years, living freely, and never interfere with anything about me. I also have a Western mindset, don’t care about societal opinions, only pursue what my heart desires. Maybe you could try to accept it, it might help you get out of the low sooner."

I was a bit taken aback yet amused.

Clearly, men with Western thinking are different indeed.

Even after I’ve clearly rejected him, he can still bravely confess.

"I’m sorry, President Yance, I don’t want to try at all, I just want to focus on work now. If you insist on pursuing me, then I’m sorry, I might need to change to a manager who won’t disturb me."

I looked at him seriously, making my words even clearer.

The elevator dinged, the doors opening.

We walked out one after the other.

Calvin seemed hurt, and didn’t speak for quite a while.

Just as we were about to exit the lobby, my phone rang, and a glance showed it was Grace Chandler, whom I hadn’t contacted in some time.

"Sorry, I need to take this call, heading out first," I seized the chance to say goodbye to Calvin and hurried my steps away.

"Hello, Grace..."

"What are you busy with? Have you eaten?" Grace asked from the other side.

I sighed, "Just got off work, leaving the office."

I got in the car, leaning back to relax, not rushing to leave.

"So busy, huh, working hard through the fashion week over the New Year, no rest, and now also not taking a break?" Grace laughed and asked.

"I want to rest, but the company has so much stuff pushing everyone forward."

That’s the truth.

Many people think being the boss is easy.

But it’s not.

Being the boss means having more weight on your shoulders, being responsible for so many people’s livelihoods.

Can’t help but keep working hard, otherwise, what would people under you eat or drink?

Grace listened to my lament, and couldn’t help but laugh, "You’re still the same as in college, working tirelessly. But if you keep this up, won’t Mr. Carter mind? When will you have time for dates?"

The New Year’s drone confession incident by Daniel Carter was too sensational.

Not only everyone in Fallhaven knew, but even many netizens from other places saw it.

Grace later also called to congratulate me.

Hearing her joke at this moment, my heart filled with bitterness, my hand clutching the steering wheel dejectedly, "We broke up."

"What?" Grace was shocked, "Broke up? Why? Such a sensational confession, it’s only been so long?"

"It’s a long story, we’re just not from the same world."

I didn’t want to delve into this topic, otherwise, I’d be sleepless all night again.

"Did you call for something? Let’s hang out when you’re free, I’ll definitely make time to accompany you," I diverted the topic lightly.

Grace chuckled, "Hehe, I called you just to talk about this."

"What, are you coming here on a business trip?"

"No, I quit my job!" Grace Chandler suddenly announced, excitedly declaring, "I’m moving back to Fallhaven to work, so we can see each other more often now!"

"Quit your job? Why? Does it have something to do with the headhunter you met last year?"

"Yes, I worked out a deal with them for better terms, so of course I had to switch jobs. Plus, staying in my hometown, being set up for dates by my relatives all the time, I was going crazy!"

Hearing her say that, I could empathize.

Many people leave their hometowns just to escape their relatives and the familiar social obligations.

Modern life is already stressful enough without the added burden of social interactions.

"Congratulations! It’s only natural to move towards better opportunities, I support you. So when are you coming over?"

Thinking about having another friend to chat with soon, I felt really happy.

"Next week. I called you because I want your help to look at some apartments, I’ll need to rent a place temporarily when I arrive."

Speaking of apartments, a thought suddenly struck me, "Are you renting by yourself?"

"Of course, who else would I rent with?" Grace was curious, then suddenly realized, "Could it be... you want us to share an apartment?"

"Yes! I had been planning to move after the new year, but hadn’t found a place yet. So now that you’re coming over, I could look for a bigger place, and we can share. But I have a dog, I hope that’s not a problem?"

"I don’t mind, I have a cat, but I’m not sure how to bring it over, I’m worried about air travel safety."

The more Grace and I talked, the more excited we got about the prospect of living together.

By the next day, I had Cherry helping me scout for suitable nearby apartments.

Whenever I had free time at noon, I would go out for in-person viewings.

After a few days of searching, I finally found a place I was really pleased with.

I took a video and sent it to Grace, and she was satisfied too.

So we settled on it immediately.

Over the weekend, I enlisted Wennie Lane and Cherry to help me move.

Honestly, I felt very reluctant.

Because leaving here meant less chance, or perhaps... less opportunity, to see Daniel Carter.

But looking at it from another angle, it was the only way for me to quickly get over this shadow and start a new life.

It was the same for Daniel, too.

If someday he comes by again and finds I’ve moved, he’d probably feel hurt and angry.

Thinking I moved out just to get away from him completely.

Sigh...

Watching the room gradually getting emptied, it felt like I was slowly removing Daniel’s image from my mind.

When I finally closed the door, my nose tingled and tears welled up in my eyes.

As I got into the car, Wennie Lane noticed my change in mood and gently patted my shoulder.

"Out with the old, in with the new. Remember the male model we found for your birthday? With your attributes, you have plenty of choices, don’t hang yourself on a single tree."

I smiled, pulling myself together.

"No more men. Once Grace comes over, we’ll share a place, then I’ll have a companion coming home from work, who needs a man to add trouble."

I spoke boldly, but in my heart, I thought: no matter who I find, they’ll never surpass Daniel.

After tasting the finest, how could I settle for the ordinary?

Moving is exhausting.

I spent the entire weekend packing and organizing, so tired my back and waist ached, and I had no appetite.

Monday morning, rushing to a meeting, I asked Cherry to bring me breakfast, but was too busy to eat.

I felt a sourness in my stomach, assuming it was hunger, and planned to eat as soon as the meeting was over.

But after the meeting, as soon as I stood up and took a couple of steps, I suddenly felt dizzy, my head heavy, my feet light, and started swaying.

As I completely fainted, I heard Calvin Yance and Cherry rushing toward me.

What happened after that, I don’t know.

When I woke up again, I was already lying in a hospital bed.

"Ms. Lily, you’re awake!" Cherry quickly moved closer, smiling, "You scared me! Suddenly collapsing like that. If President Yance hadn’t caught you quickly, you would’ve hit the glass door."

I still felt a bit dizzy and unsettled, and after calming down, asked in confusion, "What did the doctor say? Why did I faint?"

"Blood was drawn, we’re waiting for the test results," Cherry replied.

Someone else approached, and Cherry stood up, "President Yance."

I turned my head to see Calvin Yance.

"President Yance, thank you for today," I politely smiled.

Calvin Yance also smiled, "We’re colleagues, just lending a hand."

"Cherry, I’ve paid, let’s take President Miller to the ward," Calvin Yance turned, pushing a wheelchair, indicating for Cherry to help me onto it.

I was puzzled, "To the ward? Do I have to be hospitalized?"

Calvin Yance said, "It’s best to stay for observation for a couple of days, just to be safe."

I repeatedly protested, "There’s no need, I just fainted from hunger, it’s not a big deal, I don’t need to be hospitalized."

"Ms. Lily, you should stay and get checked out, you’re really not looking well, you’ve lost so much weight, and you look pale," Cherry urged seriously, with a worried expression.

I was speechless, sitting in the wheelchair, and could only let them push me along.

Grace was coming over on Wednesday.

And I had been hospitalized on Monday! 𝚏𝐫𝚎𝗲𝕨𝐞𝐛𝕟𝚘𝐯𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝗺

What on earth is this!

But my discomfort was real, I felt weak all over with waves of nausea.

Thinking of some online reports, I even suspected I might have some terminal illness like stomach cancer, not long for this world.

Calvin Yance pushed me into the elevator, and I hung my head in silence.

As we exited the elevator, Cherry suddenly patted my shoulder, "Ms. Lily, Ms. Lily!"

I was startled and looked up to see a familiar figure coming down the corridor towards us.

Daniel Carter...

What a small world indeed.

We actually ran into each other at the hospital!

How melodramatic.

I glanced at him quickly, then shifted my gaze, but I still noticed Daniel’s face darkening, and even his brow furrowing.

Was he worried about me?

Watching as we got closer, my heart beat faster, the dizziness in my head growing more prominent, as if I could faint again at any moment.

Just as I was contemplating how to greet him, he walked past me with a firm stride as if he didn’t know me at all.

Brushing past.

Without a hint of hesitation.

A buzzing noise filled my ears, like all senses simultaneously vanished, my mind full with how abrupt and heartless he was...

Cherry was also taken aback, whispering in surprise, "Why didn’t Mr. Carter even say hello..."

I chuckled bitterly, my nose painfully tingled, "It’s better this way, after breaking up, we shouldn’t linger..."

I said it in a carefree manner.

But nobody knew how much it hurt inside.