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00:00The night I signed the divorce papers, I wandered the streets of New York alone.
00:04It was raining in Manhattan, cold wind cut between the skyscrapers, chilling me to the bone.
00:10My bank accounts had already been frozen, my apartment access had been revoked,
00:15and my phone balance showed less than $40 left.
00:18Dragging my suitcase behind me, I sat outside a 24-hour convenience store,
00:23mechanically scrolling through job listings on my phone.
00:25Almost every position required long-term work history or a permanent address.
00:30And at that moment, I had none of those things.
00:33Just when I was about to give up, a new listing suddenly appeared on the screen.
00:38Live-in nanny wanted.
00:40The words accommodation included immediately caught my attention.
00:44I never expected the family behind the listing to be the Blackwoods.
00:49At that moment, I stood outside a private estate on the north shore of Long Island,
00:53beside an elderly butler with an unreadable expression.
00:58Miss Carter, there's something I need to make clear before you enter this house.
01:03Mr. Blackwood is looking for a guardian for the young master, not a partner for himself.
01:08Several women misunderstood that distinction before you.
01:11I hope you won't.
01:12I lowered my head slightly and kept my eyes down.
01:15Honestly, this job sounded perfect to me.
01:18I had finalized my divorce that very morning.
01:20The thought of getting married again was the last thing on my mind.
01:23But as long as I had somewhere to stay, I wouldn't have to spend the night wandering the streets.
01:28To me, this opportunity felt like a lifeline.
01:31I nodded immediately.
01:32I understand.
01:33I won't have any inappropriate thoughts.
01:36The butler finally seemed somewhat satisfied and led me down a long hallway.
01:40The air carried a faint cedarwood scent, an oppressive aura unique to a powerful alpha's territory.
01:46Then we entered the dining room.
01:48At the far end of the enormous table sat a young father and son locked in a silent standoff.
01:54The tall man held a child's dinner plate in one hand, exhaustion faintly visible between his brows.
02:01Across from him, the little boy sat with his lips tightly pressed together, refusing to cooperate.
02:06The silence in the room was almost unsettling.
02:09After a long moment, the man finally let out a low sigh.
02:12It looked harder than negotiating a billion-dollar Wall Street merger.
02:16He pinched the bridge of his nose and spoke quietly.
02:19Noah, just one bite, okay?
02:22The boy turned his face away stubbornly.
02:24Sir, the new applicant has arrived.
02:27The man finally looked up.
02:29He wore simple black slacks and a white dress shirt, the top two buttons undone loosely, revealing the sharp line
02:36of his collarbone.
02:37His sleeves were rolled neatly to his forearms, exposing pale skin and lean muscle beneath.
02:43I recognized that face instantly.
02:45Alexander Blackwood.
02:47One of the most dangerous alphas in North America.
02:50His gray-blue eyes were cold as ice.
02:53One glance from him was enough to make people instinctively back away.
02:56And yet, for some reason, I wasn't afraid.
03:00His gaze swept lightly over me and paused for half a second.
03:03The restless alpha pheromones, lingering in the room, suddenly calmed.
03:08Something flickered in his eyes.
03:10Name?
03:11Evelyn Carter.
03:12I answered quietly.
03:13He gave an almost imperceptible nod before handing me the plate.
03:17You try.
03:19Then he leaned back in his chair, arms folded, silently watching me.
03:23This was probably my interview, and I needed this job desperately.
03:27At the very least, I didn't want to sleep in a subway station tonight.
03:31Holding the plate carefully, I forced a gentle smile and walked toward the little boy.
03:36Before I could get close, he suddenly doved beneath the table, leaving only a pair of dark,
03:41angry eyes staring at me.
03:42I don't want her!
03:44Tell her to leave!
03:45She's just like the others!
03:47So there had already been many future stepmothers before me.
03:50That only made me more determined to succeed.
03:52I glanced around the room and noticed superhero toys scattered everywhere.
03:57An idea immediately came to mind.
03:59I picked up an action figure and crouched beside the table with a smile.
04:03Relax.
04:03I'm not feeding you, I'm feeding Superman.
04:06I pretended to feed the toy seriously.
04:09Superheroes need to eat too.
04:11If they don't eat, how are they supposed to save New York?
04:14Oh?
04:14You want broccoli?
04:16Of course.
04:17Broccoli helps you grow strong enough to defeat bad guys.
04:19Under the table, the little boy was clearly wavering, but he still stubbornly refused to
04:24say anything.
04:25I deliberately continued ignoring him, until his nose turned red and he looked moments
04:29away from tears.
04:30Only then did I pretend to notice him.
04:33Oh?
04:33What's this?
04:34There's a little wolf cub hiding under here?
04:37Trying not to laugh, I raised the superhero toy.
04:40Superman, would you like to share your dinner with the little wolf cub?
04:43I lowered my voice dramatically.
04:45Of course.
04:46A wolf cub needs to eat properly if he wants to become the strongest alpha.
04:50That finally broke him.
04:52The little boy nodded aggressively.
04:53The moment I lifted the spoon, he took a huge bite.
04:56Then another.
04:57And another.
04:58After several mouthfuls, he suddenly glared at me indignantly.
05:03Why didn't you give me more broccoli?
05:05Are you scared I'll become stronger than Superman?
05:08I couldn't help laughing, but when I turned around, I met Alexander Blackwood's gaze.
05:14For the first time, the cold sharpness in his expression softened.
05:18Something unfamiliar flickered within those gray-blue eyes, as though he had finally recognized
05:23something he'd been searching for all along.
05:25That very evening, I moved into Blackwood Manor.
05:28The entire estate has three floors.
05:30Noah and I stayed on the second floor, and Alexander stayed on the third.
05:34Before going upstairs, the old butler, Harris, purposely stopped, his expression serious, and
05:38reminded me.
05:39Miss Carter, there's something you have to remember.
05:43Absolutely never go up to the third floor without Mr. Blackwood's permission.
05:49I froze for a moment.
05:50Harris didn't change his expression as he continued.
05:52A lady once snuck into the master's room late at night, trying to become the lady of
05:58the Blackwood household.
06:00She almost got thrown out the window.
06:03Mr. Blackwood greatly dislikes it when others overstep their boundaries.
06:07I nodded immediately.
06:09I understand.
06:10To be honest, I don't have the headspace for that.
06:13At this point, I just want to hold on to this job.
06:17Not to mention, an alpha on Alexander Blackburn's level.
06:20He's just not someone I can afford to mess with.
06:23Noah is only five, but surprisingly independent.
06:26He sleeps on his own at night, which is a huge relief for me.
06:32The next afternoon, Alexander came home, and there I was, squatting in the front yard, feeding
06:37Noah.
06:38Actually, scratch that.
06:39Noah was on a leash, sitting side by side with the family's Alaskan Malibut on the lawn,
06:43having an eating contest.
06:45Big dog takes a bite.
06:46Noah takes a bite.
06:47It was surprisingly wholesome, and kind of fierce, too.
06:51Alexander had just stepped out of the car when he falls.
06:54He stared at the scene, and his face went dark in an instant.
06:58Evelyn, what do you take my son for?
07:03Ow!
07:04Dad, we're role-playing!
07:07Look!
07:08I ate more than a rocket today!
07:11Alexander's frown deepened, and he slowly turned to look at the butler beside him.
07:15Sir, although Miss Carter's method is a bit unconventional, the results are undeniable.
07:21Before, no matter how we chased after him, the young master just wouldn't eat.
07:25But this afternoon, he's already finished two whole plates of pasta.
07:28He's even insisting that he have to beat rock.
07:32The man silently watched his son demolish broccoli, steak, and mashed potatoes,
07:37his expression growing more and more complicated.
07:40After a long moment, he finally let out a resigned sigh, as if accepting his fate.
07:45At the very least, Noah and Rocket should have separate dishes.
07:51Don't worry, sir.
07:53Rocket's a very clean dog.
07:54He hasn't so much as touched Noah's spoon.
07:57Alexander's temple pulped a little, like he was about to say something.
08:01But then he just squeezed his eyes shut, turned, and walked into the house.
08:06The sun was slowly setting.
08:08Noah held the leash, running across the lawn and how-ow like a wolf.
08:12Rocket was running wild with excitement, too.
08:14I was laughing so hard.
08:16Little did I know, behind the floor-to-ceiling window on the second slide,
08:19door, Alexander stood there quietly, watching us.
08:22Miss Carter is practically magic.
08:24Before, the young master wouldn't eat, wouldn't talk, wouldn't even go outside.
08:29But she's only been here one day and everything has changed.
08:33Sir, I think this time, we've finally found the right person.
08:37By the time I brought Noah back inside,
08:39Alexander was already seated in the first floor living room.
08:42Long legs crossed, watching the business news.
08:44His aura was still so intense you didn't dare look straight at him.
08:47I just took the leash off Noah when Alexander suddenly said,
08:50Evelyn, let's talk.
08:52Evelyn, let's talk.
08:55Okay, Mr. Blackwood.
08:57I gave Noah to the maid, then sat properly across from him on the sofa.
09:01Alexander looked up at me.
09:03You're great with kids.
09:04Have you done this before?
09:05I took care of my ex-hun's sister's kid for two years.
09:10At the time, Ryan's family thought I wasn't making enough, so they told me to quit.
09:14But once I did, they figured I was worthless, just staying home.
09:19So they went ahead and fired the babysitter and made me watch their children.
09:24Alexander listened in silence.
09:26His gray-blue eyes were deep, unreceivable.
09:28After a moment, he suddenly asked,
09:29According to your file, you just got divorced?
09:32Hmm.
09:33Reason?
09:34We're from different worlds.
09:35It was quiet for a moment.
09:37Alexander looked at me, his gaze heavier than usual.
09:41You should have already seen the job posting from yesterday.
09:43Noah's a special case.
09:44He has no sense of security.
09:46He doesn't want to go out, doesn't want to meet strangers,
09:48and he really resists going to school.
09:50And I don't have much time to spend with him.
09:52So, I need someone who can stay by his side long term.
09:58A real mother figure.
09:59If you're willing to stay, we'll sign a pre-nothwool agreement.
10:03Assets will remain completely separate.
10:05You won't be taking on any risk.
10:07Families like theirs were all the same.
10:10Even though my first marriage had started because of love,
10:13the gap between our social status had been too large.
10:16Ryan's family still insisted on a pre-nothwool agreement.
10:19So, when we divorced, I walked away with almost nothing.
10:22And a family like the Black Hose,
10:24an old money dynasty at the very top of New York society,
10:27would naturally treat marriage even more cautiously.
10:29After hesitating for a moment, I finally spoke.
10:33Actually, I only need a place to stay.
10:35We don't necessarily have to legally marry.
10:37Alexander looked up at me.
10:39The marriage is for Noah.
10:41I need to give him a stable family structure.
10:43And marriage is the most effective legal protection.
10:46He sounded as though he were discussing a business contract.
10:49And somehow, that made me feel strangely reassured.
10:53Then we'll do it your way.
10:55After the marriage, I'll transfer $20,000 into your account every month for personal expenses.
10:59That part mattered to me more than anything.
11:01After all, I had already learned what happened when money was left entirely in someone else's hands.
11:06I hesitated before quietly asking,
11:09If we ever divorce in the future, will I be allowed to keep that money?
11:13Alexander looked mildly surprised by the question.
11:16He watched me silently for two seconds before answering.
11:19Of course.
11:20It already belongs to you.
11:22Only then did I finally relax.
11:24That's good.
11:25And for now, I have no intention of establishing a true mate relationship.
11:30You'll continue staying on the second floor.
11:32That's fine.
11:33I don't have that intention either.
11:34And just like that, three days after my divorce, I got married again.
11:39Just like my first marriage, there was no wedding.
11:41No vows.
11:42At dinner that night, Harris unusually instructed the kitchen to prepare several additional dishes.
11:47Then Alexander slid a black velvet box towards me.
11:50Inside was a diamond ring.
11:52A very large diamond ring.
11:54That's really not necessary.
11:55For Noah.
11:56I immediately understood.
11:58Children needed the illusion of a complete family.
12:00So in the end, I accepted it.
12:04That night, I had just finished showering and climbed into bed when my bedroom door slowly creaked open.
12:10Noah stood outside holding a little wolf plushie, looking unusually conflicted.
12:15What's wrong?
12:16The little boy lowered his head and awkwardly twisted the hem of his pajamas.
12:19Could you read me a bedtime story?
12:21I froze for a second.
12:23Noah pressed his lips together nervously.
12:25I can ask my dad to increase your rallery, but if you don't want to, you can say no.
12:31I lifted the blanket slightly and gestured toward him.
12:34Come here.
12:34The little boy's eyes lit up instantly.
12:37He immediately climbed into bed with his wolf plushie clutched tightly in his arms.
12:42That night, Noah fell asleep in my embrace while listening to the story.
12:47The next morning, Alexander was visibly surprised when he heard about it.
12:51That familiar faint approval appeared in his eyes again.
12:54Evelyn, thank you for your hard work.
12:56Starting next month, I'll have finance increase the amount transferred into your personal account.
13:05After all, I had done far more in my previous marriage than I was doing now, yet when the divorce
13:10ended, I couldn't even afford a hotel room.
13:12During the day, I took care of Ryan's sister's child.
13:15At night, I cooked dinner for Ryan.
13:17And after midnight, I still had to clean the entire apartment.
13:19Even so, when the divorce happened, they still acted as though I had been the one benefiting from three luxurious
13:25years with the Sterling family.
13:27Thinking about it now felt almost absurd.
13:29Mr. Blackwood, you really don't have to do this.
13:32I genuinely like Noah.
13:33He's actually a very gentle child.
13:35It was only a bedtime story.
13:37Before finished speaking, a small, warm hand suddenly grabbed mine.
13:41Noah was holding onto my hand tightly.
13:43The little boy still had his usual serious expression, but his eyes were shining brightly.
13:47The women before you only cared about getting close to me.
13:50No one ever truly cared about Noah.
13:53So you deserve the money.
13:54I could no longer refuse, so I simply thanked him.
13:58From that moment on, Noah became completely attached to me.
14:02Alexander was constantly busy with work, so most days, the enormous estate only held the two of us.
14:08Until the day I needed to return to the hospital for another evaluation and refill my medication.
14:13Harris had warned me before.
14:14Noah couldn't go too far from the estate.
14:17Unfamiliar environments could easily trigger severe stress reactions.
14:21So I crouched down in front of him and patiently negotiated.
14:24I'll be back very soon.
14:26Can you wait for me at home?
14:28But Noah simply grabbed my hand tightly.
14:30He didn't say a word.
14:32He only looked at me quietly.
14:34Those beautiful eyes were filled with unease.
14:38The young master is afraid you'll leave.
14:40He's afraid you'll disappear like all the others.
14:43Something in my chest softened instantly.
14:46I'm not leaving.
14:47I'm only going to see the doctor.
14:49I'll come back soon and stay with you.
14:52Before I could even finish speaking, Noah had already climbed into the back seat of the car.
14:57Young master, are you going to the hospital too?
14:59Noah silently nodded.
15:00Harris's eyes instantly turned red, as though he had just witnessed a miracle.
15:05God bless the Blackwood family.
15:07The doctor said my depression had stabilized significantly over the past few weeks.
15:13Honestly, the cedarwood scent that lingered throughout the Blackwood estate really did make me feel calmer.
15:19Before I left, she adjusted my prescriptions again.
15:22After we walked out of the consultation room, Noah stayed unusually quiet beside me.
15:27Evelyn, are you sick?
15:30The little boy was clearly worried.
15:32Yeah, I got sick because I didn't take care of myself properly.
15:35So Noah has to eat well from now on, okay?
15:37Noah immediately looked alarmed.
15:40Does it hurt?
15:42Before I could answer, Noah had already started digging through his pockets.
15:46A few seconds later, he carefully placed a slightly melted chocolate bar into my palm.
15:52If it hurts, you should eat something sweet.
15:55Dad says sweets help people feel better.
15:58I stared at the chocolate in my hand, and suddenly, tears slipped down my face without warning.
16:05During those three years with the Sterling family, every time I cried, they called me too sensitive and too emotional.
16:11You're exhausting, Evelyn.
16:13And yet now, this little wolf cub, who clearly lacked security himself, was willing to give me his favorite chocolate.
16:20I pulled Noah tightly into my arms.
16:23The little boy obediently curled up against me and even awkwardly patted my back the way adults comfort children.
16:29Evelyn, I will sure to eat properly from now on.
16:33When I grow up, I'll protect you.
16:35I burst out laughing through my tears and rubbed his soft hair.
16:40Then you'd better grow up quickly.
16:43By the time Noah and I walked out of the hospital, a black Benti was already waiting outside.
16:48Alexander was leaning against the car, his tall figure cold and elegant enough to look like he belonged on a
16:53magazine cover.
16:54I walked over while holding Noah's hand.
16:57Mr. Blackwild, what are you doing here?
16:59Alexander immediately lowered his gaze to check Noah's condition.
17:02After confirming the boy hadn't suffered any stress reaction, he visibly relaxed.
17:07Harris told me Noah left the estate with you.
17:09I was worried.
17:10Noah rested against Alexander's shoulder but still held tightly onto my hand.
17:13Dad, as long as Evelyn is here, you don't need to worry.
17:17Alexander paused slightly.
17:19Then he slowly looked up at me.
17:21I know.
17:22That night, Alexander offered to increase my allowance again.
17:25I nearly panicked, trying to refuse.
17:27Then is there anything you need?
17:29I hesitated for a long time before quietly saying,
17:32Could you maybe help me find a cheap used car?
17:35It would make going out much easier.
17:37You can use any car in the garage.
17:38No.
17:39The cars in your garage are way too expensive.
17:41I'd be terrified to drive them.
17:43Every vehicle owned by the Blackwoods cost a ridiculous amount.
17:46I honestly suspected I couldn't even afford the insurance on them.
17:50Alexander stayed silent for two seconds.
17:53The next morning, a used SUV was parked beside the Blackwoods' luxury cars.
17:58At the same time, Alexander also arranged for a psychiatrist who was supposedly nearly impossible to book in New York.
18:04Her conclusions were almost identical to the hospitals.
18:08Mrs. Blackwood needs a stable emotional environment most right now.
18:12She needs support from family.
18:15I understand.
18:17The next day, I drove that used SUV and took Noah out.
18:21Because of his severe anxiety, even minor external simulation used to trigger emotional meltdowns, so he rarely ever left the
18:28estate.
18:29Now, I wanted to slowly help him reconnect with the outside world.
18:32We went to the amusement park first, then stopped by Trader Joe's to buy groceries.
18:37By the time we finished shopping, my hands were full of bags.
18:41Noah followed behind me, carrying a single grocery bag with a tiny frown on his face.
18:45Evelyn!
18:46This is heavy!
18:48But my hands are full too.
18:49Can you help me a little longer?
18:51Noah puffed out a small breath and adjusted the bag in his arms.
18:54Fine!
18:55I'll help you this one time.
18:56Next time, don't buy so many things.
18:59I secretly smiled to myself.
19:02Evelyn?
19:03But just as we stepped into the underground parking garage, a familiar voice suddenly called out behind me.
19:08A voice belonged to the ex-husband I hadn't seen in a very long time.
19:13That was Ryan Sterling.
19:15My ex-husband.
19:16He was dressed in a perfectly tailored suit, every strand of hair styled flawlessly into the image of a wealthy
19:23Manhattan executive.
19:24Even after more than a month apart, hearing his voice still made something ache faintly in my chest.
19:30We met in college.
19:31Back then, Ryan had loved me so fiercely it almost felt unreal.
19:36At our wedding, he promised he would spend of his life protecting me.
19:39I had grown up feeling invisible in my own family, so I clung desperately to that promise.
19:45But everything changed after he officially took over Sterling MedTech.
19:49I couldn't become the polished society wife his family wanted, so gradually everything about me became unacceptable.
19:56He asked me to quit my job.
19:58I babysat his sister's son, hosted family gatherings, and endured endless criticism from his relatives.
20:04And I tolerated all of it, because we had married for love.
20:07Then one night, I found him kissing another woman inside a private members-only club in Manhattan.
20:13Something inside me shattered completely.
20:16I begged him to promise me it would never happen again.
20:19But the Sterling family acted as though I was the unreasonable one.
20:23His mother said,
20:25What successful man doesn't fool around a little?
20:27Ryan even told me I had become too emotional because he had spoiled me too much.
20:32Meanwhile, my depression became worse and worse.
20:35My doctor warned me that I couldn't continue living under that kind of stress.
20:39So in complete desperation, I filed for divorce.
20:42According to the prenup, I would leave the marriage with absolutely nothing.
20:45And I signed without hesitation.
20:48Four years together.
20:49Three years of marriage.
20:51That was how it ended.
20:52A flicker of contempt crossed his face.
20:55Evelyn, a Columbia graduate working as a nanny?
20:58Seriously?
20:59That's none of your business.
21:00Evelyn, you still don't get it.
21:01The moment you married into the Sterling family, you represented our name.
21:04Ryan, we're divorced.
21:06I don't belong to you or your family anymore.
21:09Divorced or not, you're still my ex-wife.
21:12People are always going to connect you to me.
21:14His gaze swept over Noah, then shifted toward the used SUV behind him.
21:18The contempt on his face only deepened.
21:21You're embarrassing yourself.
21:22I didn't want to hear another word from him.
21:24More importantly, I didn't want Noah hearing any of this.
21:27So I grabbed Noah's hand and turned toward the car.
21:30But Ryan suddenly caught my wrist.
21:32Evelyn, things haven't been going very well for you lately, have they?
21:36His gaze slowly traveled over me.
21:38Do you miss being Mrs. Sterling yet?
21:40Admit you were wrong?
21:41Maybe then I'll consider getting back together with you.
21:44The women outside never meant anything to me.
21:46As far as I'm concerned, you're still the only woman I've ever considered as my wife.
21:50Fix that attitude of yours.
21:52Apologize to my family, and then I...
21:54I inked my wrist out of his grip.
21:56Keep that precious position for yourself.
21:58I don't want it, Mr. Sterling.
22:01I had blocked every member of the Sterling family after the divorce.
22:04Everyone except him.
22:05I kept telling myself that children weren't responsible for the cruelty of the adults around them.
22:11After two years together, I truly believed Connor and I had shared something real.
22:15I answered the call anyway.
22:17Hi, Connor.
22:18Evelyn!
22:19My mom wants to talk to you!
22:21His tone was hostile and impatient.
22:23Every bit of warmth inside me disappeared instantly.
22:26A second later, Ryan's sister grabbed the phone.
22:28Her voice was sharp with disgust.
22:31Evelyn, I heard you're working as a nanny now?
22:33Seriously?
22:34Do you have any self-respect at all?
22:36Honestly, Evelyn, I shouldn't be surprised.
22:38You've always been this pathetic.
22:40I hung up immediately and blocked the number.
22:42Then I slowly pulled the SUV over to the side of the road.
22:46Finally, I completely broke down.
22:48I harried my face against the steering wheel and cried uncontrollably.
22:52I didn't know how long I stayed like that.
22:54Evelyn!
22:55Here!
22:56I froze.
22:57I had completely forgotten Noah was still sitting behind me.
23:00The little boy was holding out a wrinkled tissue with both hands,
23:03staring at me with wide, worried eyes.
23:06Wipe your face.
23:07I'm sorry.
23:08Did I scare you?
23:09Harris had warned me many times that Noah was extremely sensitive to stress.
23:13I was terrified I might have frightened him.
23:15Evelyn on, I'm not scared.
23:17If you want to cry, you can cry.
23:20I'll wait for you.
23:21Thank you, my little hero.
23:23I'm okay now.
23:24Let's go home.
23:25That night, I felt completely drained and went upstairs early.
23:30Evelyn, may I come in?
23:32I had just finished showering and my hair was still damp.
23:34I quickly tightened the belt of my robe before answering.
23:38Come in.
23:40Alexander stepped inside, wearing light gray loungewear.
23:43His dark hair fell loosely across his forehead, softening the sharpness of his usual appearance.
23:49He sat down in the chair beside my bed.
23:52His gaze briefly landed on my damp hair before he awkwardly looked away and glanced around the room instead.
23:59Why don't you wear the clothes in the dressing room?
24:02They're too expensive.
24:04I'm not used to wearing things like that.
24:06My marriage to the Sterlings had taught me one painful lesson.
24:10Never force yourself into a world that was never meant for you.
24:14Because eventually, that world would throw you out and make sure you felt humiliated on the way down.
24:19Legally, Alexander and I were married.
24:22But in reality, I still saw myself as Noah's live-in guardian.
24:26What kind of Nancy walked around wearing couture dresses and limited edition jewelry?
24:32Alexander frowned slightly, genuine confusion crossing his face.
24:36You don't like the styles?
24:37If you want, I can have a private designer come to the estate and customize new ones for you.
24:42I immediately waved my hands.
24:45No, thank you, Mr. Blackwood.
24:47I stay home taking care of Noah most of the time.
24:49I don't really have anywhere to wear clothes like that.
24:52Alexander fell silent for a few seconds.
24:55I heard you ran into your ex-husband today.
24:57His last name is Sterling?
24:59Sterling Medtech?
25:00My heartbeat immediately stiffed.
25:02Noah must have told him.
25:05Yes, but that's all in the past now.
25:09Alexander noticed immediately that I didn't want to discuss the Sterling family any further.
25:13So he gently changed the subject instead.
25:15Evelyn, since you came here, Noah has been much happier.
25:20His tone was sincere.
25:21Those gray-blue eyes stayed fixed on me with unsettling intensity.
25:25I looked away first.
25:27You pay me.
25:28This is my job.
25:29Alexander stayed quiet for another moment before speaking again.
25:33Evelyn, you can ask me for anything.
25:36There's a good chance I can give it to you.
25:38Mr. Blackwood, I don't need anything.
25:40His fingers tightened slightly against the armrest before he finally nodded once.
25:44Then he quietly stood up and left the room.
25:46Lately, Alexander had been coming home much earlier than usual.
25:51Almost every evening, he would have dinner with Noah and me.
25:54Sometimes after dinner, he even stayed to play board games or build Lego sets with us in the family room.
25:58Honestly, for an alpha as wealthy and powerful as Alexander Blackwood, it felt strangely domestic.
26:05At one point, I even started wondering if Blackwood Group was secretly going bankruptcy.
26:09Not because I cared about his fortune.
26:11I was just afraid of losing my monthly paycheck.
26:14I finally asked one evening,
26:16Mr. Blackwood, why have you been coming home so early lately?
26:19If you're busy, you really don't need to rush back every night.
26:22Noah already has me taking care of him.
26:24Alexander casually picked up a red Lego Brit from the carpet.
26:27The doctor said you need family.
26:29You need stability.
26:31Right now, Noah and I are your family.
26:33So this is our responsibility.
26:34Family?
26:35I thought silently.
26:37We barely qualified as a family at all.
26:39Honestly, having Noah around was already enough for me.
26:43The doctor said most of my recovery is probably because of him.
26:47Alexander looked up at me.
26:49For a brief moment, a faint trace of disappointment flickered through those gray-blue eyes.
26:54But before I could think too much about it, I stood up and took Noah's hand.
26:59Come on.
27:00Let's go read upstairs.
27:01Your dad still has work to do.
27:04Noah let me pull him up from the carpet, but he kept glancing back at Alexander every few steps.
27:09And for one brief second, I could have sworn I saw disappointment in that tiny little face.
27:14Like he was silently thinking,
27:16Dad, you are hopeless.
27:18Alexander suddenly called out behind me.
27:20Evelyn.
27:21What's wrong?
27:23Evelyn, wait.
27:24To my surprise, the tips of his ears looked slightly red.
27:28He cleared his throat quietly before speaking.
27:31I have a charity gala tomorrow night.
27:33I need a partner.
27:35Would you go with me?
27:36I blinked.
27:37Me?
27:39Yes.
27:40There's not enough time to arrange someone else now.
27:42I'll compensate you for your time.
27:44I nearly laughed.
27:46Alexander Blackwood, one of the most influential alpha in New York,
27:49couldn't find a date for a charity gala?
27:51There was absolutely no way I believed that.
27:53Still, money was money, and I certainly wasn't stupid enough to refuse easy income.
27:58I can go, but I don't really understand upper-class etiquette.
28:02For the first time that evening, Alexander's tensed expression visibly relaxed.
28:06You only need to stay beside me.
28:08Nothing else matters.
28:09The next afternoon, an entire styling team arrived at the estate.
28:13One for the gown, one for makeup, one for hair.
28:18They spent nearly an hour quietly discussing colors, jewelry, and styling details around
28:22me like I was preparing for the Met Gala.
28:24The entire thing made me deeply nervous.
28:27That evening, Alexander came home early to pick me up.
28:30The moment he saw me, his expression visibly frozen.
28:36For the first time since I met him, genuine amazement flashed openly across his face.
28:42Dad, look how pretty Evelyn is!
28:46Call her Miss Carter.
28:48Noah immediately huffed and turned his face away in protest.
28:51I laughed softly and reached down to fix his messy hair.
28:54It's okay.
28:54I like it when he calls me Evelyn.
28:56It makes me feel younger.
28:58Tonight was the charity gala.
29:00Nearly every major figure in New York's business world was there.
29:04The moment Alexander entered the ballroom, people immediately gathered around him.
29:08And somehow, every conversation ventrually circled back to me.
29:12Mr. Blackwood, who is this lovely lady?
29:15I instantly panicked that I might put him in an awkward position, so I hurried to explain.
29:19I'm a friend of Mr. Blackwood.
29:21But Alexander answered calmly before I could say anything else.
29:25My wife, Evelyn Carter.
29:27You look stunning in that dress.
29:29You two look incredible together.
29:31A wave of surprised compliments immediately followed.
29:34My face burned red almost instantly.
29:37Alexander lightly squeezed my hand before leaning closer.
29:40His warm breath brushed against my ear.
29:42Evelyn, is being my wife really that embarrassing?
29:45Can't you even say it out loud?
29:47The faint scent of whiskey lingered on him, warm and dangerously close.
29:50No, I just didn't want to embarrass you.
29:52Something darkened slightly in Alexander's glaze.
29:55Only weak Alpha feel ashamed of their partners.
29:57The way he looked at me felt almost like silent fire.
30:01I couldn't handle it anymore.
30:03The cedarwood scent surrounding Alexander made me dizzy.
30:07I'm going to get a drink.
30:09I blurted out before escaping.
30:12What I didn't expect was to run into Ryan stealing.
30:16Evelyn?
30:17And he was alone.
30:18Wasn't Alexander the one who said guests were supposed to bring a partner to this gala?
30:22The second Ryan saw me, his eyes widened in shock.
30:25He immediately walked towards me.
30:26Evelyn?
30:27Is that really you?
30:28I almost didn't recognize you.
30:30His gaze slowly swept over me.
30:32You look...
30:34beautiful.
30:35I've never seen you like this before.
30:37I instinctively stepped backward, widening the distance between us.
30:41Evelyn, what my sister said on the phone wasn't my idea.
30:43I only agreed to the divorce because I wanted to teach you a lesson.
30:46I never actually wanted you to leave.
30:48His tone softened.
30:50Just apologize to my family, and I'll bring you home.
30:53Sterling MedTech has been going through a difficult period lately.
30:55Don't make things harder for me right now, okay?
30:58Then he reached for my hand, pretending to look gentle and sincere.
31:02But I knew this routine too well.
31:04Cruelty first, affection second.
31:06That was how Ryan controlled people.
31:09Except I wasn't that girl anymore.
31:11Ryan, we're divorced.
31:12I'm never going back.
31:14Even if I ended up homeless, I still wouldn't return to the Sterling family.
31:18Ryan let out a cold laugh.
31:20You're still just as stubborn.
31:21When you finally understand your place,
31:23you'll come begging me to take you back.
31:26Right then, a familiar alpha presence suddenly approached.
31:29Ryan's entire expression immediately changed.
31:31His posture straightened almost instantly.
31:34Evelyn, we'll talk later.
31:35I have something important to handle.
31:37Then he hurried towards Alexander,
31:38slightly bowing his head as he handed over a business card.
31:41Mr. Blackwood, I'm Ryan Sterling from Sterling MedTech.
31:44Regarding the contract your company terminated,
31:46I was hoping we might have another opportunity to work together.
31:49If we made a mistake somewhere, please tell us.
31:51We'll fix it immediately.
31:53Ryan smiled politely, almost desperately.
31:56Alexander finally looked at him.
31:58Then, to Ryan's confusion, his gaze slowly shifted toward me instead.
32:02Evelyn, what do you think?
32:04Should I give him another chance?
32:05Ryan froze, his face filled with confusion.
32:08What?
32:09Evelyn?
32:09What does she have to do with this?
32:12Mr. Blackwood, she's my ex-wife.
32:14I honestly have no idea how she even got into an event like this.
32:17She's probably just trying to convince me to take her back.
32:20Alexander didn't even look at him.
32:21His eyes remained fixed on me.
32:25Evelyn, you decide.
32:26Ryan stared at us in disbelief.
32:28Mr. Sterling just told me not to interfere with his important business matters, so I won't interfere.
32:33Ryan's face immediately darkened.
32:35This is business.
32:36You don't get a say in it.
32:37Typical low-class behavior.
32:39No manners.
32:40No class.
32:41I frowned slightly.
32:42But before I could speak, the overwhelming pressure of Alexander's top alpha pheromones instantly filled the entire space, causing Ryan,
32:50an alpha whose rank was far below his, to panic and instinctively take a step backward.
32:55The fact that Evelyn doesn't wish to comment probably means she simply isn't interested in Sterling Medtech.
33:01His voice was terrifyingly calm.
33:04So unfortunately, Mr. Sterling, there's nothing I can do for you.
33:09Then Alexander calmly wrapped an arm over my shoulders and guided me away.
33:13Ryan stood frozen in place, completely stunned.
33:17A nearby businessman finally patted him sympathetically on the shoulder.
33:21You seriously offended Mrs. Blackwood?
33:23Then you're finished.
33:24That's the only woman Mr. Blackwood has ever publicly brought to an event.
33:28Wife?
33:29Impossible.
33:30She's just a nanny.
33:31The man looked at him for two long seconds before sighing again.
33:35Well, you can't save someone determined to ruin himself.
33:38At the charity gala, Alexander raised $100 million for public welfare in my name.
33:44After the event ended, the guests all crowded around me, eager to curry favor.
33:49Mrs. Blackwood, we would be absolutely honored if you could join our tea party next week.
33:53Mrs. Blackwood, my husband is bidding on a project with Blackwood Group.
33:57Could you possibly put in a good word for us with Mr. Blackwood?
34:00I'm not used to getting this kind of attention.
34:03To keep Alexander from feeling awkward, I drank more than usual.
34:07I was unused to such a detention.
34:09Afraid of embarrassing Alexander, I drank more than I should.
34:12Alexander stepped in to save me.
34:15Sorry.
34:15My wife doesn't drink well.
34:17I'll take her place.
34:18By the end, both of us were half drunk and climbed into the stretched Lincoln.
34:22I glanced out the window by chance and met Ryan Sterling's mocking gaze.
34:26His lips curled in contempt, as if I were nothing but a joke.
34:30I rolled the window up and said sincerely to Alexander,
34:34Thank you for standing up for me tonight.
34:36Especially against Ryan.
34:37Alexander's voice was low and slightly slurtered from the wine.
34:40Evelyn, we're married.
34:42You don't have to thank me.
34:44We're only married in public.
34:46You didn't have to help me.
34:47Alexander slowly lifted his hand.
34:49His long, elegant fingers tilted my chin up, his touch gentle.
34:53Evelyn, what if I don't want us to be only for show?
34:57His desire plain in his gaze.
34:59They said drunk words were true.
35:01It was no lie.
35:05I turned my face away, avoiding his touch.
35:08Mr. Blackhild, you're drunk.
35:10Alexander froze.
35:11He curled his fingers into a loose fist and sat back.
35:14He pinched the bridge of his Ned.
35:16I'm sorry.
35:17I did drink too much.
35:18After that, the car fell completely silent.
35:20An awkward, tingling warmth hung in the air.
35:23I sat stiff as a statue, too nervous to move.
35:26Thankfully, Noah was waiting for me at home.
35:31As soon as I stepped out of the car, he came running with his picture book.
35:35I quickly took his hand and escaped upstairs to the second floor.
35:39That night, after I put Noah to sleep, I opened my phone and looked at job listings.
35:46Ryan had been right about one thing.
35:48I had a good degree.
35:49I belonged in the working world, not just as a live-in guardian.
35:53My last marriage had taught me a hard truth.
35:56A woman needed her own career.
35:57Otherwise, when a man no longer wanted her, she was cast aside with nothing.
36:01I would never let that humiliation happen again.
36:03Right now, Noah needed me, so I could stay.
36:05But what if he outgrew me?
36:06My physical and mental health still wasn't ready for full-time work.
36:09But researching jobs now could only keep me from being helpless later.
36:12But researching jobs now could only keep me from being helpless later.
36:16Just as I was scrolling, Alexander sent a message.
36:19I froze.
36:20Sure, I'd read it wrong.
36:21That was always the maid's work.
36:23Besides, Alexander had explicitly warned me never to go up to the third floor.
36:27But I didn't argue.
36:28I went downstairs and made a cup of coffee.
36:31Standing at the foot of the third floor stairs, I hesitated.
36:34Is this some kind of test?
36:35If I go up, will he fire me?
36:37Is he upset because I turned him down in the car?
36:39After struggling, I still couldn't bring myself to step onto the stairs.
36:43I called Alexander.
36:46Mr. Blackwood, I have your coffee.
36:48Did you come down to get it?
36:49Bring it up, please.
36:52I secretly turned on the call recording.
36:55If he caused trouble later, I'd have proof.
36:57I was too clever.
36:59I hung up and knocked on his bedroom door.
37:02Come in.
37:03I had no choice but to push the door open.
37:05My eyes immediately met Alexander's.
37:07He had just showered, wearing only a black bathrobe.
37:10The belt tied loosely around his narrow wake spans of his firm chest was exposed.
37:14Crystal droplets dripped from his hair,
37:15slicing down his perfect jawline over his chest muscles and disappearing into the robe.
37:20It was a stunning, almost indecent sight.
37:22I quickly lowered my head, too flustered to look again.
37:25Alexander took the coffee.
37:27His fingertips brushed mine.
37:28I tensed and stepped back in a panic.
37:30Are you that afraid of me, Evelyn?
37:32Do I look like a monster to you?
37:34My face burned red.
37:36I turned to flee at once.
37:37Evelyn.
37:41You can enter my room anytime you want.
37:43The words came out of nowhere.
37:45I didn't stop.
37:48I hurried downstairs.
37:49The next morning, I woke up dizzy with a sore throat.
37:52I must have caught a cold from drinking too much and sleeping badly.
37:56I was surprised to find Alexander downstairs when I went down.
37:59He was sitting comfortably on the sofa, reading a financial newspaper.
38:04Most strikingly, the man who always wore tailored three-piece suits was now dressed in a black old necked sweater
38:09and frameless glasses.
38:11It accentuated his perfect figure and sharp, smooth jawline.
38:15He looked dangerously attractive, like a peacock showing off his plumage.
38:19Good morning.
38:22I tried to greet him, but broke into a cough.
38:26Alexander put the paper down.
38:28You have a cold.
38:30Just a little.
38:31He walked over in a few stides and placed his hand naturally on my forehead.
38:36He walked over in a few stides and placed his hand naturally on my forehead.
38:41I tensed all over.
38:42It's not serious.
38:43I'll just eat some medicine.
38:45Sit and rest.
38:46I'll get it for you.
38:48He gently guided me to the sofa, then walked toward the kitchen on long legs.
38:53He stood tall, pouring water quietly, the picture of a perfect devoted partner.
38:58I couldn't help wondering what Noah's mother had been like to deserve such a remarkable man.
39:03Drinking the medicine, I didn't want to disturb his work, so I whacked my room.
39:08I slept for a while, then woke up groggy to an unknown call.
39:14I answered.
39:16Evelyn, it's me.
39:17Ryan's voice came through.
39:18I was about to hang up when he rushed to say,
39:20Don't hang up.
39:22I'm right outside Blackwood Manor.
39:24Come out now, unless you want this to reach Alexander.
39:29I truly didn't want this mess posed to him.
39:31I didn't want my humiliating past laid bare for anyone to see.
39:35As soon as I stepped out, Ryan rushed up to me.
39:38Evelyn, are you done making a scene?
39:40A former sterling wife working as a nerdy?
39:43You're embarrassing me.
39:44Ryan, I'm not making a scene.
39:46Stop pretending.
39:47You went to that gala all dressed up just to make me regret it, didn't you?
39:50Fine.
39:51I do regret it a little.
39:52I'm giving you a chance.
39:54Admit you were wrong,
39:55apologize to my mother and sister,
39:57and I'll take you back.
39:58You won't have to grovel as a nanny anymore.
40:00Ryan, I did nothing wrong.
40:01What am I supposed to admit?
40:02You still can't see your mistake?
40:05You haven't suffered enough?
40:06I was about to reply when a small, round figure charged at Ryan.
40:10It was Noah, just back from outside.
40:11He threw himself into Ryan's legs, eyes blazing with anger.
40:14My mom is never wrong.
40:16My mom is always right.
40:18With that, he clung obediently to my thigh and pressed close to me.
40:21Ryan and I both froze.
40:23This little wolf cub just called me Mom.
40:25When he thought I was being hurt,
40:26his first instinct was to rush out and protect me,
40:28to stand up for me.
40:29My heart softened completely.
40:31I pulled him tightly into my arms.
40:32Ryan stumbled back in shock,
40:34then snapped out a-
40:35Kid, what did you call her?
40:36She's just your nanny.
40:37You're the nanny.
40:38Your whole family are nannies.
40:40Evelyn is my mom.
40:41My favorite mom.
40:43He looked up at me anxiously,
40:44as if afraid I'd say no.
40:46Evelyn,
40:47will you be my mom?
40:49I'll listen to you from now on,
40:51I promise.
40:51I nodded,
40:53tears stinging my eyes.
40:55Noah,
40:56I already am your mom.
40:58Noah's lip trembled,
41:00and he hugged me even tighter.
41:02Oh,
41:02I see.
41:03Evelyn,
41:04you're brainwashing him to call you mom,
41:05aren't you?
41:06Trying to climb up using a kid?
41:07Let me tell you,
41:08Alexander Blackwood is known as a cold,
41:10ruthless alpha.
41:11If he finds out you're manipulating him,
41:12he'll destroy you.
41:13Before I could reply,
41:14a warm hand settled gently on my waist.
41:17Alexander had stepped outside,
41:18drawn by the noise.
41:20He pulled me firmly against his side,
41:22sheltering both Noah and me in his embrace.
41:24Mr. Sterling,
41:25the last time you insulted my mate,
41:27I cut all ties with Sterling Medtech.
41:29I planned to explain to other hospitals
41:31that this was a personal matter
41:33so our conflict wouldn't affect your other partnerships.
41:35But you've come here today to upset my wife.
41:38I no longer see any reason to be merciful.
41:42Mr. Blackwood,
41:43what do you mean?
41:45Wife?
41:45Who is your wife?
41:47Ryan went completely still.
41:48His smirk vanished in an instant.
41:50Alexander took a strand of wind-touseled hair
41:53behind my ear,
41:54his gaze never leaving Ryan's.
41:58Can't you tell?
41:59Or do you only believe what you want to believe?
42:04Evelyn is my wife,
42:06and she is the mother of my child.
42:08Ryan swayed,
42:09nearly collapsing.
42:11Alexander turned to Harris.
42:13Show him out.
42:14If anyone bothers my wife again,
42:16call the police immediately.
42:18With that,
42:19he took Noah from my arms,
42:20kept one arm wrapped securely around me,
42:23and led us back inside.
42:25Once we were inside,
42:26I quickly pulled away from Alexander's embrace,
42:29feeling flustered.
42:30I took no one's hand
42:31and led him back to my bedroom.
42:33Noah,
42:34where were you all day?
42:35I didn't see you at all.
42:37Ugh,
42:38don't even ask.
42:39Dad sent me to kindergarten.
42:41Really?
42:42Why suddenly kindergarten?
42:44Dad said he didn't want you to get too tired.
42:47He said he needed time alone with you.
42:50Why do we need time alone together?
42:54Dad said he has to build a bond with you,
42:57so you won't leave us.
43:00Just as Noah finished,
43:01Alexander appeared in the doorway.
43:04Noah,
43:04go downstairs for dinner.
43:06Don't disturb Mom.
43:08Hearing the word Mom again
43:09made my face burn with embarrassment.
43:12Noah kissed my forehead.
43:14Mom,
43:15I'm going to eat.
43:16I'll come back later.
43:20After Noah left,
43:21Alexander stepped into my room.
43:23Are you feeling better?
43:25He asked gently.
43:26His wide shoulders and narrow waist
43:29created an imposing,
43:31attractive silhouette.
43:33I quickly looked away.
43:34Thank you for standing up for me,
43:36Mr. Blackwell,
43:37but please don't let me affect
43:39your business decisions.
43:40It's not worth it.
43:41Why is it not worth it?
43:43I...
43:44I'm not worth this much.
43:46Evelyn,
43:47I told you,
43:47we are married.
43:49Protecting my mate is my duty.
43:51But...
43:51Don't say for show again.
43:53I want us to be real.
43:55I want you to be my true mate.
43:57I was stunned by his directness.
43:59My face turned bright red.
44:02I'll give you time to adjust.
44:04But right now,
44:06I'd like to claim my rights
44:07as your husband.
44:08Before I could react,
44:10he leaned in.
44:11His warm,
44:12long fingers
44:13gently brushed my cheek.
44:15He kissed over.
44:16I held my breath,
44:18my heart pounding.
44:24Evelyn,
44:24we have all the time.
44:26We don't have to rush.
44:28He tucked the blanket
44:29gently around me,
44:30then quietly left the room.
44:33The next day,
44:35Noah was sent to kindergarten again,
44:37still unwilling.
44:38My cold was almost
44:40completely gone.
44:42Alexander was dressed
44:43in needy,
44:43casual clothes.
44:45He invited me
44:45to go to the movies with him.
44:48After what happened last night,
44:49I'd thought it over.
44:50We were all already married.
44:52If we could really build
44:54something real,
44:55it wouldn't be so bad.
44:59I changed into a dress
45:00and got into his car.
45:05Alexander chose a romance film.
45:07The storyline was pretty intense,
45:09and the whole theater
45:10was just full of kissing sounds.
45:12Alexander moved closer,
45:14his intense eyes staring into mine.
45:16Evelyn.
45:16Alexander turned slightly toward me,
45:18leaning in.
45:19His deep-set eyes glowed
45:20with a faint lupin sheen
45:21in the dim light,
45:22carrying both an undeniable dominance
45:23and a gentle tenderness.
45:25His fingertips brushed
45:26lightly across my cheek.
45:27His kiss was cool
45:28with the freshness of mint
45:29as it softly landed on my lips.
45:31At first,
45:32it was gentle and slow.
45:33Then it deepened,
45:34growing more intense,
45:36carrying that unique alpha control
45:37that left me completely breathless.
45:39I tapped his chest
45:40in mock anger.
45:41Alexander,
45:42I can't believe you're this naughty.
45:44He caught my hand.
45:45I'm not inexperienced.
45:47I just don't want to scare you.
45:49If you have no experience,
45:51did Noah just jump out of a rock?
45:54He kissed me again.
45:56That night,
45:57I had just put Noah to bed
45:59when Alexander called
46:00and asked me to bring him
46:01a cup of coffee.
46:02I had just knocked on his bedroom door
46:04when a large hand grabbed me
46:06and pulled me inside.
46:07I was immediately surrounded
46:09by kisses.
46:11Alexander gave off
46:12an intoxicating Fira.
46:13Fresh,
46:14warm,
46:15and completely irresistible.
46:16He gently pressed me
46:18against the edge of the bed,
46:19his rough breaths
46:20reaching my ears.
46:30Alexander's fingertip gently touched
46:32the back of my neck,
46:33the spot where an alpha werewolf
46:35marks his chosen Luna.
46:36A faint glow flickered and faded.
46:38There was no visible wound,
46:40but an invisible bond languid.
46:42Evelyn,
46:42from this moment on,
46:43you're my Luna.
46:44Mine alone.
46:45No one can ever replace you.
46:47Evelyn,
46:48pick out a wedding planner.
46:50I want to give you
46:50the grand wedding you deserve.
46:52I don't need that.
46:54I want everyone to know
46:55you're my wife,
46:56my one and only Luna.
46:58I only regret
46:59not giving you everything
47:00the very,
47:01very first time I saw you.
47:02I chuckled softly.
47:05We barely even knew
47:06each other back then.
47:07How could you have known?
47:11Evelyn,
47:11from the moment I first saw you,
47:14I knew you were meant
47:15to be my Luna.
47:16Our wedding was grand
47:17and luxurious.
47:19Many celebrities
47:21and elites were invited
47:22and it dominated
47:23the front page
47:23of the local news
47:24for three straight days.
47:26I complained to Alexander
47:28that he was being
47:29too high profile.
47:30Wickwood has always
47:31kept a low profile.
47:32This is his first time
47:33being so espertacious.
47:35Please,
47:35just indulge him,
47:36madam.
47:37On the night
47:38after the wedding,
47:39I received a call
47:40from Ryan.
47:41I frowned unconsciously.
47:44Alexander reached over
47:45and hung up the phone,
47:46tightening his arm
47:47around my waist.
47:49Mrs. Blackwood,
47:51focus on me.
47:52Afterward,
47:53Alexander twirled my hair
47:54between his fingers
47:55and spoke a little awkwardly.
47:57Evelyn,
47:58I want to tell you a secret.
48:00I hummed softly in response.
48:04Noah is not my biological son.
48:07He is my sister's orphan.
48:09From Alexander's account,
48:10I gradually pieced together
48:12Noah's life story.
48:14When Alexander was in junior high,
48:17his parents died in an accident.
48:19He was raised by his older sister.
48:23Later,
48:23his sister married
48:25and had Noah,
48:26but a car accident
48:27took both his sister
48:28and her husband.
48:29Alexander then adopted Noah
48:31as his own.
48:32I originally planned
48:34to spend the rest of my life
48:35with Noah alone,
48:36but then you appeared.
48:38My life
48:39became different.
48:41On that day,
48:42we walked out of the hospital.
48:45Mom,
48:46Dad said you're better.
48:48Why are we still
48:49at the hospital?
48:53Because there's a little baby
48:54growing in Mommy's tummy.
48:56Yay!
48:57I'm finally getting a sister!
48:59Noah jumped up with joy.
49:00What if it's a little brother?
49:02Noah thought very jump-a-lay,
49:04very seriously.
49:06If it's a brother,
49:07I'd fight with him.
49:08If it's a sister,
49:10she can play with me.
49:11His innocent words were silly,
49:13but they filled my heart
49:14with warmth.
49:15Just as I was about
49:16to head to the parking lot,
49:17a ragged man
49:18stepped in front of me.
49:20I reached into my purse,
49:21ready to give him some change,
49:23but he suddenly called my name.
49:25Evelyn?
49:25I froze.
49:27The man with messy,
49:29un-camped hair,
49:30tired eyes,
49:31and hunched shoulders
49:32was Ryan Sterling.
49:34Noah immediately
49:34stepped in front of me,
49:36blocking me protectively.
49:38I gently pad his shoulder
49:39and pulled him close.
49:41Ryan?
49:42What happened to you?
49:45Ryan?
49:47What happened to you?
49:51Evelyn, please help me!
49:53You're the only one
49:54who can help me!
49:56Everyone knows
49:57Alexander loves you.
49:58He listens to you.
49:59Please beg him for me!
50:01Then I remembered
50:02what Alexander had told me.
50:04It started when Alexander
50:06cut off all business
50:07with Sterling MedTech.
50:08Many other hospitals followed,
50:10wanting to stay
50:11on Alexander's good side.
50:13Still, some small clinics
50:14kept using Ryan's products.
50:16Then someone died.
50:18Their medical equipment
50:19was unsafe.
50:20Soon after,
50:21tax fraud was exposed.
50:22The sister Ryan
50:23had always obeyed
50:25had been stealing
50:25from the company for years.
50:27When everything fell apart,
50:28she fled the country
50:29with her family,
50:31leaving Ryan with the mess.
50:33Sterling MedTech
50:34went bankrupt.
50:35All his assets were seized.
50:37I recalled Alexander
50:38saying softly that night,
50:40Evelyn,
50:40you accidentally saved me
50:42from a disaster.
50:43Ryan, all lives are equal.
50:45You made mistakes
50:46that hurt people.
50:47You have to take responsibility.
50:49No one can save you.
50:54Evelyn,
50:56let's go home.
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