In a marriage of convenience, Nathan, after a night of drinking, has an affair with Ava, leading to her ectopic pregnancy. Before the surgery, Ava calls Nathan, who is preoccupied with his mistress and neglects Ava, even going as far as to accuse her of having an affair and carrying another man's child after the surgery... As their one-year contractual marriage comes to an end, Nathan realizes his feelings for Ava. But Ava is not willing to play along anymore! Excerpt: "I am Nathan Ford's girlfriend, loved by him, as everyone knows. And you... you're just a title holder, soon to be thrown out. By then, you'll lose all your dignity... no, you've already lost it. I bet your deceased mother would turn in her grave if she knew what you've become." Hearing Iris Hart's sharp and biting words, Ava Sterling initially didn't want to stoop to her level. However, the mention of her late mother crossed a line. A crisp slap echoed before Iris Hart could even react, leaving five bright red marks on her face. "Ah—Ava Sterling—you lowlife, how dare you hit me..." Iris Hart realized she had been slapped and reached out to retaliate, but Ava Sterling was prepared and caught her hand easily. "Listen, Iris Hart, if I'm the joke, what does that make you? You're also a joke. At least I'm Nathan Ford's wife by law! You! Iris Hart, are nothing but a mistress scorned by everyone. Every wealthy man may stray, but a hotel is just a hotel, and home is home. There can be many dishes, but there's only one bowl of rice."
Hearing the doctor's words, Ava felt her vision blur and staggered forward, grabbing the doctor's hand. "Is there no other way? Alex is so young, how can he..." She couldn't bring herself to say the word "disabled."
"The patient was brought in too late. We've done everything we can. You need to make a decision quickly," the doctor said, his expression tense.
Daniel Martinez took a deep breath, his face grim as he pulled Ava away. "Is the patient conscious?"
The doctor shook his head, looking grave. "The patient has lost too much blood and is in a deep coma. The situation is critical."
Daniel Martinez took the consent form from the doctor and quickly signed his name. If Alex were to blame anyone later, he could blame Daniel. "Do what you have to."