Chapter 7 When she woke up again , the worried and haggard faces of Henry and Maria came into view . " Braelynn ! You're finally awake ! You scared me so much ! " Maria held her hand , tears streaming down her face . " How could you be so careless ? You actually fell down the stairs ! " Henry sighed as well : " Fortunately , Zachary and Carolina found you in time and brought you to the hospital ... " Braelynn felt a deep bitterness in her heart , Careless ? Found in time ? That was nothing but an accident that Zachary had allowed , even facilitated , just to prove his loyalty to Carolina ! But she couldn't say anything . Even if she did , Henry and Maria wouldn't believe her , and it might only provoke Zachary into even harsher retaliation . She simply closed her eyes in silence . Maria wiped her tears and continued , " By the way , we asked around about that Alexander . He doesn't have much of a foundation right now , but we've heard he's quite capable and tough , and he agreed to the marriage . Are you really planning to ... " " Yes , I want to marry him . " Braelynn opened her eyes , her voice calm but resolute . Maria hesitated , " That young man is said to be ambitious and seems reliable , but his current situation isn't great . You've never really suffered . since you were little , I'm afraid you might not be able to handle the complicated circumstances over there ... " Chapter 7 11 " Mom , going overseas is always a tough thing . It's fine , I can handle it . " Braelynn interrupted softly . Seeing that she had made up her mind , Henry and Maria could only sigh , " Alright then . We'll prepare some dowry for you when we get back . We can't let you be too wronged . " At that moment , the door to the hospital room was pushed open . Zachary walked in , just in time to hear the last sentence , his brows furrowing slightly . " Prepare what ? " Braelynn's heart tightened , afraid Henry and Maria would say too much , so she quickly interjected , " We were talking about what needs to be prepared for Carolina's engagement . Mom and Dad are discussing what to get for her . " Zachary's gaze lingered on her face for a few seconds , as if trying to discern something , but in the end , he didn't ask further . After Henry and Maria left , Zachary didn't leave . Instead , he sat down by her hospital bed . Only the two of them were left in the room , and the atmosphere felt somewhat stagnant . " Braelynn , " he suddenly spoke , his voice low , " I know , we've both come back . " Braelynn felt a tightness in her chest , but tried her best to remain calm on the surface . " So ? " Zachary looked at her , his expression complicated . " I know , we've been married for years . It's only natural that you can't let go of me so easily . " Braelynn almost wanted to laugh . Can't let go of him ? Chapter 7 " But , " his tone turned serious , " since you've decided to let me and Carolina be together in this life , don't hold on to any unrealistic fantasies about me . Carolina is very sensitive and insecure . I don't want her to be disturbed or hurt by you anymore . " Listening to his self - righteous words . Braelynn only felt it was absurd and pathetic . From the moment he died , all her lingering feelings for him had already been burned to ashes ! How could she possibly still have fantasies about him ? But she couldn't be bothered to explain , and simply replied with utmost calm , " Alright . " Zachary was stunned . The crying , arguing , and clinging he had expected didn't happen at all . This was completely different from the Braelynn in his memory , who had once relied on him . Besides feeling relieved , deep down , he was surprised to find a faint sense of loss and emptiness . Suppressing that strange feeling , he awkwardly said , " Get some rest , " and left the hospital room . On the day she was discharged , Braelynn packed her things by herself and returned to the Aidley's villa . As soon as she entered the house , she heard laughter and cheerful voices coming from the living room . Zachary , Carolina , and Henry and Maria were sitting together . enthusiastically discussing the details of the engagement party . Exquisite brochures and snacks were laid out on the table , and the atmosphere was Chapter warm and harmonious . Braelynn paused for a moment , then walked straight through the living room as if she hadn't seen anything , heading for her own room . She had just stepped onto the stairs when she was called . " Lynn ! " Carolina's voice came from behind , carrying a hint of barely concealed pride . " You heard , right ? Zach and I are about to get engaged . Since you've already given him to me , don't have any thoughts your shouldn't . Just focus on preparing for your overseas marriage , okay ? " Braelynn turned around and looked at her , her tone flat . " Don't worry , I stopped caring about him a long time ago . " Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!