No Remarriage: You Don't Deserve Me (Lenora and Zachary)
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Bewildered and groggy, Lenora opened her eyes to the sight of a white ceiling.

Memories before she fell unconscious flooded back, as if she was dreaming. She closed her eyes for a moment, slowly raising her hand to touch her cheek, only to feel a patch of gauze. "Nora, you're awake!"

Upon hearing a sound, Zachary hastily walked over and sat by the bed. "How are you feeling?"

A hum buzzed gently in Lenora's ears, her eyes catching sight of the subtle movement of his lips. Unconsciously, she asked, "What did you say?".

As soon as she spoke, her voice was raspy and hoarse. The pain in her throat felt like it was being sliced by a knife.

Immediately, Zachary brought over a glass of water. He gently lifted her head and cautiously helped her take a few sips.

"I'm asking how are you feeling right now? Is there any discomfort anywhere?"

Zachary placed the water cup on the table, leaning in closer, almost resting near Lenora's ear.

Lenora turned her head to look at him, slightly puzzled. "What are you doing so close to me?" she asked, her tone nonchalant.

"The doctor mentioned that you're currently suffering from a perforated eardrum due to an external ear injury, causing a decrease in hearing on both sides. However, your hearing should gradually improve over time." "Oh, my dad's ashes..." Lenora looked at Zachary, her voice hoarse as she spoke.

"Don't worry. I've already arranged for someone to transfer his ashes into a new urn. He's now resting peacefully."

"That's good to hear. Once I get discharged from the hospital, I want to visit my father," Lenora said, letting out a sigh of relief.

"Sure. I'll go with you."

"Do you have a mirror?"

Zachary understood what she meant. Gently, he caressed her cheek, brushing aside the stray hairs by her temple. "The doctor said there won't be any scars left in the future," he reassured her.

"I want to see....

"Is it okay to use a phone since there's no mirror here?"

"All right."

Zachary took out his own phone and held it up in front of Lenora.

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The black screen of the phone reflected her current appearance.

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Her hair was disheveled, with some redness and swelling visible on her eyelids and face. White bandages were adhered to the wounds on both sides, presenting a sight that was far from appealing. "You can put it away."

Zachary put away his phone, offering words of comfort in a soft voice. "Don't worry. You will get better."

"The culprit from yesterday was a middle-aged woman."

"I know. It was Susanna's mother. She murdered Susanna's father and has already been apprehended." Lenora was utterly taken aback.

Did Susanna's mother really kill Susanna's father?

"Don't overthink it," he advised. "The doctor mentioned you had a threatened miscarriage. You'll need to rest in bed for our baby's sake. Let's delegate your work responsibilities for now. All right?" Taken aback, Lenora turned to look at Zachary.

A moment later, without realizing it, she found her hand resting on her own abdomen, her gaze dropping down.

Zachary eventually found out the matter concerning the child.

He probably wouldn't let her go even more now.

"Are you so certain that the child is yours?" she suddenly asked in a soft voice.

"Who else's could it be, if not mine?" Zachary asked casually without a hint of doubt in his tone.

He knew Lenora would absolutely never be unfaithful during their marriage.

The child could only be his.

With a smile, Lenora said, "You're quite confident, aren't you? Aren't you afraid that the child might be someone else's? Maybe I was afraid you'd replace out, and that was why I insisted on divorcing you?" "So, what you're saying is, you want me to divorce you? I won't fall for your tricks."

Lenora was at a loss for words.

Looking at Lenora's expression, Zachary curled his lips into a smile as he held her hand. "Nora, you knew you were pregnant all along, didn't you? You claimed that you had digestive issues and often took those two bottles of medicine. I had a doctor look at them, and they're actually prenatal supplements. Why didn't you tell me you were pregnant? If it wasn't for this accident, were you planning to keep it a secret from me, divorce me, and give birth to our child all by yourself?"

Lenora fell silent for a moment. "I had thought about telling you, right on the day after you returned from your business trip, but... you proposed the divorce first"

Zachary's expression stiffened, his hand slowly tightening around Lenora's. He held her hand firmly in his

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"I'm sorry...

She had been eagerly waiting for his return from the business trip, hoping to share the good news of her pregnancy with him. However, what awaited her was his return to the country with Susanna, proposing a divorce. With a steady gaze, Lenora continued, "Later on, I tentatively asked you that if we were to have a child, would you still consider divorce..."

Zachary's breath hitched, a lump formed in his throat, and his heart filled with regret.

The memory surfaced clearly in his mind. Back then, he had spoken impatiently. "There is no 'what if'. Even if there was, I would never have let it happen."

She must have felt incredibly disappointed and helpless back then.

Therefore, she had kept it a secret all along.

Lenora continued, "I'm actually quite relieved that I kept my pregnancy a secret. Otherwise, after what happened yesterday, I surely wouldn't have been able to save this child."

She had managed to deceive Zachary, as well as Susanna and Susanna's mother.

If Helen had known about her pregnancy, she would have never overlooked the child growing within her.

Zachary felt as if he had been stabbed in the heart, a feeling so intense it was as if he was bleeding profusely. "Nora, I promise you it will never happen again..."

"The divorce..."

"Nora, for the sake of our child, could you give me another chance, please?"

She knew it would turn out this way.

But could Zachary, even now, distinguish whether his feelings for her were out of concern or obligation?

Or perhaps it was his slight, almost insignificant guilt.

Without love, how much longer could he really hold on?

Lenora closed her eyes, letting out a sigh. "Ms. Carston"

"Last night, there was a car accident while she was on the way to the airport. She's currently in the hospital receiving treatment. From now on, let's not bring her up again. Her affairs have nothing to do with us anymore.

Lenora looked at Zachary, a

chill creeping into her heart. This man, at times, could be both incredibly passionate and utterly cold-hearted.

Miranda had brought breakfast over; it was a wholesome meal consisting of almond and honey oatmeal, scrambled eggs, shrimp pancakes, mushroom ravioli, and a serving of chicken broth.

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Zachary carefully helped Lenora up, propping a large pillow behind her. He then took the bowl and spoon from Miranda's hand, personally feeding Lenora her meal.

Lenora thought she could do it herself. After all, her hands weren't injured. At most, her wrists were slightly chafed from the ropes.

However, Zachary wouldn't allow her.

After breakfast, Lenora glanced at Zachary. "I'm done eating. You should have some too. Once you're done, head to the office. There's no need to keep me company here all the time. Miranda is around." "Can't the company function without me?"

Lenora remained silent.

"All right. Call me if you need anything."

Zachary set down the bowl, having casually eaten some breakfast, and then left the hospital.

Before leaving, he reminded Miranda to take good care of Lenora.

Miranda watched as Zachary walked away, letting out a sigh. "You've finally seen the end of your -hardships, Mrs. Fuller. I'm sure Mr. Fuller will treat you well in the future."

Lenora remained silent.

Gerald, Allison, Mallory, and Griselda came to visit Lenora one after another.

Originally, Allison wanted to let her husband rest at home while she came alone.

Upon learning of Lenora's pregnancy, Gerald insisted on coming in person.

Allison mentioned that after Gerald found out about Lenora's pregnancy his spirits lifted significantly. All\

day long, he was caught up in the anticipation of embracing his great-grandchild.

Lenora knew that Gerald had always been longing for her and Zachary to have a child. She also hoped that Gerald could stay with her a bit longer, at least long enough to see the birth of her baby.

However, Gerald also expressed his hope for her and Zachary to raise their child together. His words subtly conveyed his reluctance toward the idea of her divorcing Zachary.

At least for the next few months, the divorce proposal put forth by Lenora had been put on hold.

Lenora had spent three days being observed in the hospital.

Over the course of these three days, Miranda had been constantly by her side.

As soon as Zachary finished work, he hurried over from his company, turning down all social engagements.

Lying in the hospital was simply too dull for Lenora. She wanted to get out of bed and take a stroll, but Zachary disagreed. After consulting with the doctor, a nurse brought in a wheelchair, suggesting that if Lenora wished to get some fresh air, she could sit in the wheelchair and have someone push her around.

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Lenora did not accept that.

She still had the bandages on her face and was reluctant to go out looking like that.

And so, every night after Zachary finished work, he would lift Lenora in his arms and walk a few laps around the hospital room.