Chapter 11 Chapter 11 The operating room door slammed open, the screech of stainless steel gurney wheels against the floor sharp and clear. A faint flush tinged Emily's pale face as she struggled to reach out the moment she was wheeled out, trembling fin- gers clawing weakly toward Alexander. "Alexander..." Alexander mechanically stepped forward to grasp her hand. The chill spreading from her palm couldn't dispel the in- explicable dread tightening in his chest. As the nurse pushed the gurney into the ward, he heard his own raspy voice. "How did you fall?" Emily's lashes fluttered as if recalling something terrifying, murmuring softly. "I don't know... I think I stepped on something, slipped, and fell..." She paused, glanced at Alexander's expressionless face, then added cautiously. "I remember... Sophia brought marbles home earlier. Maybe she accidentally dropped them there..." After speaking, she quickly shook her head and forced a smile. "But I must be wrong. Sophia isn't like that-how could she deliberately hurt me? No matter how much she resents our engagement, she'd never go this far. If I'd fallen worse, I might've..." Her words trailed off as fresh tears fell. Alexander frowned slightly. Before he could speak, the ward door burst open- "Alexander!" Olivia stormed in, having clearly heard Emily. She snorted coldly. "Wrong? She absolutely did it on purpose!" She marched to the bedside, voice shrill. "That bitch Sophia already tried seducing you. Now she's jealous you're marrying Emily-this is exactly her style!" Alexander's gaze darkened, but instead he abruptly asked. 0.0 % 10:53 "Olivia, has our family always just had us two siblings?" Olivia's face stiffened. Her fingers tightened on her purse strap before she forced another smile. "Of course, brother. Why ask suddenly?" Alexander rubbed his temples, the throbbing pain fueling his irritation. "Today I suddenly remembered... someone used to call me brother." Olivia's breath hitched. With an exaggerated gasp, she rushed to Emily's side and linked arms. "Alexander, you're confused! That was Emily! Before your amnesia, you doted on her-you spoiled her rotten! Even I got jealous!" Emily immediately clasped Alexander's hand, voice tender. "Alexander, it's fine. You just forgot... I don't blame you..." Her eyes reddened abruptly, tone choked but forgiving. "But I know you still love me inside... right?" "And... if you want, I can pretend this whole cold and distant period never happened..." Alexander's temple throbbed as the memory of the girl who'd snatched his cigarette away merged with Emily's tear- streaked face before him. But something felt off deep down, his slightly furrowed brows brimming with hesitation. Emily instantly sensed his wavering. With a soft whimper, she clutched her side, wincing. "Alexander, my wound hurts..." She lifted her face, eyes hopeful and pleading. "Could you buy me Sweet Pineapple Tarts? to * 16 From that shop you always went to before... Sweets always cheer me up.' Alexander froze. Sweet Pineapple Tarts. The words twisted like a key in a lock, sending a sharp pang through his temple. A sudden image flashed in his mind: He stood in line outside the bakery, holding an elegant paper box. Returning home to a girl eagerly tearing it open. 42.5 % 10:53 Chapter 11 Taking a bite, then squinting with satisfaction as she beamed up at him. Crumbs dusted her lips unnoticed. His remembered self instinctively reached out, wiping them away-fighting the urge to kiss her. He squeezed his eyes shut. When they reopened, the doubt was buried. Maybe... he really had misremembered. "Alright." He nodded, turning toward the door. Alexander didn't see Olivia and Emily exchange a glance the moment his back turned, triumphant smiles flickering in their eyes. 87.0 % 10:53 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!