The Plane Tickets He Hoarded The Wife He Hid novel Chapter 248

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Blanche’s POV

I raised my voice at Zain, who stayed calm and unbothered. “If I’d realized my daughter would become like this, I would have strangled her myself before letting her grow up.”

Zain’s expression darkened, his voice turning frigid. “That’s enough. She’s still just a child.”

Watching Zain protect Carry that way, I let out a bitter laugh. “You’ll regret this someday.”

Zain didn’t even flinch. “No, Blanche. You’re the one who’ll regret it.”

With that, Zain scooped Carry up in one fluid

movement.

I stood there motionless, agony flooding through me until I lost my footing and crumpled to the floor.

Carry, wrapped around Zain’s shoulder, glanced back at me as I hit the ground.

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Zain heard the noise and began to turn instinctively,

but Carry suddenly piped up. “Daddy, can I have some tanghulu later?”

Zain adjusted his daughter in his arms, his voice tender. “Sure, I’ll get you some.”

From where I lay, I watched Zain and Carry leave the hospital room, my heart breaking into pieces.

Once upon a time, these two were my entire world.

Yet ultimately, they became the ones who wounded me deepest. I sprawled on the icy floor and wondered, ‘Maybe dying right here wouldn’t be the worst thing:

I drifted into a never–ending dream where Zain and Carry kept looking for me.

Zain said, “I was wrong. Just forgive me this once. From now on, my heart belongs only to you.”

Carry begged, “Mommy, I know I was wrong. I’ll do whatever you say from now on, I swear I’ll listen to

you, no matter what.”

But eventually, I clawed my way back to awareness.

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All I could see was the white ceiling overhead and the rhythmic beeping of hospital machines.

Then, someone appeared above me.

I turned my head and spotted Vincent.

He gazed at me with worry, his voice rough as he asked, “You’re awake?”

I felt somewhat confused. “How did I end up here?”

Vincent smiled at me. “I carried you.”

I scowled, irritation creeping into my words. “Who told you to carry me? What if you got injured again?”

The moment those words escaped, I immediately kicked myself–I couldn’t believe I’d just said that out loud.

‘What was I thinking, saying something so easily misunderstood?‘ I mentally scolded myself.

But Vincent beamed at me, pure playfulness dancing in his eyes. “So, you’re concerned about me?”

I shifted my attention to the window, purposely steering the conversation elsewhere. “I need to go

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home.”

Vincent’s smile widened. “From now on, wherever I am, that’s your home.”

My face turned crimson, and just then, a soft cough suddenly pierced the quiet hospital room.

The unexpected noise genuinely startled me.

I whirled around and saw it was Lucia Aarav.

Lucia gave me a cheerful little wave and a bright smile. “Hi there–I’m Vincent’s mother.”

I swallowed my anxiety and managed a greeting, “Hello, Mrs. Aarav.”

Lucia examined me from head to toe, nodding with satisfaction. “You’re such a beauty. Absolutely

gorgeous.”

I wasn’t accustomed to receiving praise like that— especially not when someone was so openly generous with their flattery like Lucia.

‘Honestly, what girl wouldn’t be thrilled to hear something like that?‘ I thought to myself.

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I offered a small smile. “Thank you, Mrs. Aarav.”

Lucia waved dismissively, grinning. “Oh, don’t bother being so formal–soon enough you’ll be calling me ‘mom‘ anyway.”

I had no clue how to respond, so I glanced at Vincent

for rescue.

Catching my look, Vincent simply shrugged, acting innocent. “Hey, don’t look at me–I only mentioned you to her, that’s all. I didn’t say anything else.”

Vincent wore an expression like none of this

concerned him.

Seeing him refuse to own up, I shot him a deadly glare -like I was challenging him to keep up the act.

Vincent just grinned at me, staying quiet.

Right then, Lucia jumped in with enthusiasm, “Son, future daughter–in–law, you two look perfect together! So, have you picked a wedding date yet?”

Vincent kept smiling, his tone relaxed. “Mom, you can decide.”

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When I heard Vincent’s response, I quickly stuttered, “Mrs. Aarav, actually, I—”

I wanted to come clean, to explain that I wasn’t even divorced yet.

But Lucia didn’t let me finish. She interrupted with a laugh. “Oh, come on, calling me ‘Mrs. Aarav‘ sounds way too stuffy. Just pull out your phone and show me your payment QR code–I’ll send you a generous red packet! After that, you can call me ‘Mom‘ right away.”

Vincent chimed in with a grin, “Yeah, honestly, I’m totally on board with that plan.”

I suddenly felt like I needed to escape–if I stayed much longer, Lucia might actually start transferring money immediately.

I quickly threw off the hospital blanket and stammered, “Uh, Mrs. Aarav, my brother just called- he wants me home for dinner, so I should head out!”

Lucia quickly responded, “Oh, don’t go rushing home alone! Here, take this troublemaker with you.”

As she spoke, she gave Vincent a meaningful look.

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Vincent picked up on the hint and immediately stood, gently grasping my hand. “I’ll come with you.”

I wanted to decline, but after a moment’s pause, I

chose not to.

Seeing that I didn’t protest, Lucia smiled at Vincent. “If you two have a wonderful time, don’t even think about coming back to keep me company. Just spend the night at the Callum family’s place.”

Vincent said nothing, just followed me out of the room quietly.

When we reached the hospital entrance, I stopped and faced Vincent. “Why don’t you go do something for a while before heading back?”

Vincent understood what I was getting at, but he shook his head. “I can’t really feel at ease when you’re alone. Let me drive you home.”

I looked wan but kept pushing, “I’m okay, truly.”

Vincent’s expression turned grave. “I just spoke with the doctor. He said you’re bleeding again.”

I paused briefly before answering, “Seriously, I’m fine-

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don’t worry about me.”

Vincent’s concern intensified. He moved closer, softly taking my hand, his intense eyes boring into mine.

“Just be honest with me–is someone picking on you

again?”

I shook my head, bitterness threading through my words. “No. No one’s hurting me.”

Seeing how my eyes were red and teary, Vincent gripped my shoulders, his voice sharp and frantic. “Blanche, tell me the truth.”

He spoke while jostling me, almost rough with desperation.

My head spun from the motion, my stomach lurching. ‘Damn, he’s shaking me so hard I might throw up…‘ I thought.

Just as I was finally starting to get my bearings, Vincent looked ready to start shaking me again.

But I gave up, surrendering. “Okay, okay, I’ll tell you!”

Vincent finally released my shoulders, our eyes locking in tense, wordless understanding.

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I dropped my gaze, my voice quiet and strained. “It was Carry. She kicked me.”

Vincent went silent, his face darkening.

After a lengthy pause, he released a heavy sigh. “Anyone else, I’d intervene without thinking twice—but she’s your daughter. What can I do? My hands are tied.”

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