Chapter 397: Instinctively Drawn to Her
Henry sat quietly, blinking softly.
Though he couldn’t speak or move much, he could still feel everything, and that kiss—those soft lips—had made his heart skip a beat. A faint warmth rose to his face.
Lauren wasn’t as stunning as Ella, but her cheerful personality, gentle nature, and kind heart made her uniquely endearing.
In truth, Henry had started regaining sensation a year ago, though he couldn’t express it or even move his eyes. Now, it seemed like everything was slowly coming back.
At this moment, he thought...being with Lauren might not be so bad. Her vibrant, talkative demeanor complemented his quiet, reserved nature perfectly.
Besides...that kiss was his first kiss. A precious, unforgettable first kiss.
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The day Lucas was discharged from the hospital, Ella stayed in her hotel room, poring over the Miller family’s history.
Luke called to ask if she wanted to join him in picking up Lucas.
Ella declined, naturally. Eric didn’t want her rushing to reconcile with her biological father, and she agreed. She needed more time to process everything, to adjust her mindset. When the time was right, things would feel more natural, and less awkward.
Eric was particularly busy today and couldn’t be with her.