Chapter 11 Boston . Leonardo had been in a deep sleep for three days and three nights . At last , his finger twitched . Alaina's quiet sobbing paused , a look of surprise and joy flashing in her eyes . " Doctor , doctor ! His finger moved . " The man lying in the hospital bed seemed to be awakened by the noise , frowning as he slowly lifted his eyelids . When Alaina saw Leonardo open his eyes , she lost control and threw herself onto him . " Leonardo , you're finally awake ! Do you know how worried I've been ... " She sobbed , rambling on , " The doctor said if you didn't wake up today , you might never wake up again ! " Leonardo's head throbbed dully , and her noise irritated him . He pushed the woman in his arms away , looking impatient . " Who are you ? " Alaina's crying stopped abruptly . Her hand , wiping away tears , seemed frozen in midair . Tears clung to her lashes as she stared at Leonardo in shock . " Leonardo , you - you don't recognize me ? I'm Alaina ! " Chapter 11 The man's frown deepened . " Where's my wife , Gabrielle ? " He disliked all women who resembled Gabrielle , even to the point of aversion . 268 vouchers Although the woman before him looked about seventy or eighty percent like Gabrielle , Leonardo could tell at a glance that she was not Gabrielle . Gabrielle's features were softer and gentler than hers , and when she lowered her lashes , she exuded a kind of divine compassion . Just thinking of her softened the look in Leonardo's eyes . He had already prepared everything , planning to propose to her at her birthday party three days later . Especially that diamond ring ... Leonardo reached for his pocket , but his expression suddenly darkened . He furrowed his brow tightly and questioned Alaina , " Hey , where's my diamond ring ? Have you seen the ring I was going to give Gabrielle ? " Diamond ring ? What diamond ring ? Wasn't that diamond ring given to Gabrielle five years ago ? Facing his completely unfamiliar and indifferent gaze , Alaina felt as if her blood had frozen . She stood rooted to the spot as if nailed there , her eyes filled with confusion . " Leonardo , what are you talking about ? " A trace of impatience flashed in Leonardo's eyes Chapter 11 288 Vouchers He had promised Gabrielle a perfect wedding . That ring was her favorite style , and he had poured his heart and soul into it . If he lost the ring , she would definitely be disappointed . Last time , to celebrate her birthday , he rushed back early from France , and she waited for him with great anticipation . But unexpectedly , his flight was delayed , and she ended up waiting for him for a whole day and night . When he finally saw her , the girl's eyes were swollen like walnuts . Since then , Leonardo never dared to break any promise he made to her . Thinking of this , he found the woman before him even more of an eyesore . This woman looked so much like Gabrielle , and now she had inexplicably appeared here . If he lost the ring again , the girl would surely be sad and angry . " I don't care who you are . Get out , right now ! Don't let me see you again . " Leonardo's eyes were as cold as ice , filled with undisguised disgust . Only then did Alaina realize- He had lost his memory ! She broke free from her immense shock , only to be thrown into a deep abyss of panic Leonardo remembered Gabrielle , but not her . How could that be ! Chapter 11 " Leonardo , don't you remember ? I'm Alaina ! I'm the one you love the most ! " Alaina's eyes were tinged red with agitation . She clung tightly to Leonardo's sleeve , her fingertips turning white . He had forgotten her ! He actually forgot her ?! Then what did her five years of careful planning and scheming amount to ? Now , if she wanted to use the child to claim part of the Ferney family's assets , a paternity test would definitely be required . But the child wasn't even Leonardo's ! Alaina suddenly panicked , gripping Leonardo's arm tightly , desperate for him to remember . The next second , she was suddenly flung away by a powerful force , crashing heavily to the floor . " Get away ! " The man avoided her as if she were a plague . With a soft click , the door to the hospital room opened . Leonardo's expression turned flustered for a moment . He hurriedly took off the coat Alaina had touched and instinctively explained , " Gabrielle , she threw herself at me ! I don't even know her ! " However , when he saw that it was Mathew Hensley who entered , he froze for a moment , then anxiously asked him , " Mathew ? You're just in time . Where's Gabrielle ? " Mathew had just learned from the doctor that Leonardo's head injury from the car accident had left his memory stuck five years in the past Chapter 11 That was the year when he and Gabrielle were most in love . At that time , she hadn't lost her sight , and Alaina hadn't appeared yet . Hearing Leonardo's question , Mathew's mind flashed to the burned , ruined castle . He turned his face away awkwardly , his lips trembling slightly as he suppressed his emotions . No one knew better than him how much Gabrielle and Leonardo had loved each other back then . But how could he say it out loud , that this was five years later , and Gabrielle was already ... " Gabrielle ... she , she said she wanted to travel in Northern Europe for a few days . She won't be back for a while . " Upon hearing this , Leonardo frowned deeply . " You're lying ! Our engagement is in a few days - how could she go to Northern Europe ? " Chapter 12 In "A Lady Hard to Please" by CrushReels, a single mother makes a poignant return to the city she fled seven years ago. Her mission: to secure treatment for her son's leukemia, setting the stage for an emotional journey of love and resilience amidst past heartbreak. As her ex-lover reenters her life upon hearing of her return, old wounds resurface, sparking a complex web of emotions and decisions that delve deep into themes of forgiveness, second chances, and the enduring power of love. This modern romance novel stands out for its raw portrayal of familial bonds tested by adversity, offering readers a compelling exploration of human strength and vulnerability. With a captivating blend of heart-wrenching moments and tender revelations, "A Lady Hard to Please" promises a captivating read that lingers in the heart long after the final page. Available to read online at CrushReel for those seeking a tale that transcends boundaries and speaks to the resilience of the human spirit.