Brandon stood outside the hospital room , watching through the glass as his mother underwent her morning check - up . Her complexion looked much better than it had a few days ago - she was already able to sit upright against the pillows . " Mr. Caldwell , " the attending physician approached him , flipping through the chart . " Your mother's recovery has exceeded expectations . The cerebral hematoma has significantly subsided , and both her speech and motor skills are improving steadily . " " Thank you , doctor . " Brandon gave a small nod , though his eyes remained fixed on the woman inside the room . Just then , the caregiver , Miss Pond , stepped out carrying a basin of water . " Mr. Caldwell , your mother just asked to see you . " Brandon drew in a breath and pushed open the door . His mother glanced over at him from the bed . " How are you feeling ? " he asked gently , taking a seat by her side and picking up an orange from the nightstand . Her lips twitched slightly . She watched his fingers work the peel for a few moments , then said abruptly , " You're leaving , aren't you ? " Brandon froze . He hadn't expected her to be so blunt . " Yeah . I've arranged for Miss Pond to take care of you -she's very capable. " " You're leaving to find her , aren't you ? " There was a flicker of something complicated in her gaze . Brandon didn't respond right away . He finished peeling the orange , its citrus scent sharp and fleeting - like everything he'd once taken for granted . Brandon placed the peeled orange on the tray beside her . " Yes , I'm going to find Evelyn . " He looked her directly in the eyes . " I've already lost too much time . " he said , his voice low but tirm . " I won't lose her again . " Mrs. Caldwell turned her head slowly toward the window . " I won't stop you . Three hours later , Brandon sat stiffly in his seat on a flight heading south . The cabin lights had been dimmed . Most passengers had already fallen asleep . Chapter 18 69.23% SHE IS LIVE NOW ON tango He stared out at the pitch - black sky , thoughts churning . His assistant had tracked Evelyn's last known location to a quiet seaside town down south . He imagined what it would be like to see her again . Would she still be angry ? Would she even agree to see him ? The plane jolted slightly as it hit some turbulence . Brandon gripped the armrest tighter . " We'll go back ... to how it used to be , " His whisper barely reached his own ears . The stars outside blinked faintly beyond the plane window . Brandon watched them in silence , chasing hope at thirty thousand feet . The descent , baggage claim , cab ride , hotel check - in - all of it passed in a blur . By early morning , he was already standing in front of the old riverside house . He knocked once . Then again - louder this time . Nothing . Frowning , he knocked again , louder . " Evelyn ? " A door creaked open next door . An elderly woman peeked out . " Looking for Miss Parker ? " she asked . " She's gone . Moved out a few days ago . " Brandon's heart skipped . " Do you know where she went ? " " No idea , " the woman shook her head . " She left with that young man who always stopped by . Tall , polite ... always carried books . " The words hit him like a punch to the chest . Young man ? Could it be ... ? He forced himself to remain calm . " Ma'am , do you know what direction they went ? Did Evelyn leave any contact information ? " The woman tapped her chin . " She used to frequent that bridal boutique down the block . Pretty little place . You might try asking there . " Brandon thanked her and immediately headed to the boutique . Behind the counter , the shop owner looked up . " Looking for something in particular ? " " I'm looking for Evelyn Parker . I heard she used to work here . ' The woman's expression shifted , suddenly guarded . " Who's asking ? " " I'm her ... " Brandon hesitated for a beat . " Her husband . ' Chapter 18 SHE IS LIVE NOW ON tango 69.23 % He said it finally , but the word tasting strange in his mouth . " Ohhh . " The woman drew out the sound , giving him a long , assessing look . She turned to rearrange some fabric . " She left with that young man , Ryan . Said they were starting a studio together in the city . Didn't leave a number or a new address . " Just as Brandon was about to press further , the shop door opened with a cheerful chime . " Mrs. Wonder , I'm here for that last batch of buttons- " a familiar male voice rang out . The bell above the shop door jingled , and Brandon turned sharply - only to find himself staring into a pair of familiar , steady eyes . Ryan Hays looked momentarily stunned , but quickly composed himself . " Well , Mr. Caldwell . What a surprise . " He held up a swatch book . " You here for a custom suit ? " Brandon's throat felt tight . " Where is Evelyn ? " Ryan placed the fabric samples on the counter , his movements relaxed . " She's doing great . Nothing to worry about . " " I need to see her . " " I don't think that's a good idea , " Ryan said with a slight smile . " She's busy . Just got the studio up and running . She's also preparing for the upcoming design competition. " " Competition ? " Brandon cut in . " Yeah - the National Bridal Design Contest . Didn't she mention it ? " Ryan feigned surprise . " Oh , right . You're divorced now . " Brandon's fists clenched and loosened by his side . " Take me to her . " Ryan shook his head . " That's up to her , not me . " Brandon stepped forward , voice sharp . " Who do you think you are , deciding for her ? " " I'm someone she never had to hide from , " Ryan replied calmly , his eyes unwavering . " I'm the one who stayed when she needed people the most . I didn't abandon her . " Then came the sound of the doorbell again -soft , clear , and piercing , " Ryan , are you done yet ? " The voice was unmistakably hers . 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