But she had no idea that behind that closed door, Gian hadn't taken a single step.
He leaned back against the cold corridor wall, rubbing his exhausted temples. An unlit cigarette rested between his fingers.
The hospital had strict non-smoking policies, and more importantly, he refused to let the smell of smoke seep into her room.
He stood there like a stone statue, his gaze locked onto her door.
Nurses and doctors hurried past, their hushed conversations blending into the background noise, but Gian didn't blink.
His entire universe was reduced to that door and the woman resting safely behind it.
Knowing she was okay made the grueling wait entirely worth it.
Pulling out his phone, he texted his assistant to handle all corporate matters for the day and ordered him not to call.
Then, he texted Danielle Crawford, letting her know Kirsten was awake and safe.
Slipping his phone on silent, he returned it to his pocket and resumed his vigil against the wall.
He stood there from dawn until dusk.
The fluorescent lights flickered on in the hallway as night fell.
A nurse pushed a food cart out of Kirsten’s room and noticed him still standing there. "Mr. Atwood, have you been out here this whole time?"
"Ms. Delaney is awake and her vitals are stable. If you’re tired, you can go inside and sit, or head to the waiting lounge."
Gian shook his head, his voice raspy. "No, I’m fine right here. I don't want to intrude."
"If she needs anything, please let me know immediately."
Moved by his unwavering devotion, the nurse smiled softly and walked away.

His eyes were heavy and completely bloodshot.
The same nurse rolled the breakfast cart down the hall and stopped in shock. "Mr. Atwood, did you seriously stay out here all night again?"
Gian nodded, his voice a gravelly whisper. "Is she awake?"
"Yes, she just freshened up. She seems to be in good spirits."
The nurse replied, pushing the door open to deliver the meal.

What if his presence was just a burden to her?


Comments
The readers' comments on the novel: The Wife You Buried Is Back from Hell
Although she was one of the protagonist (and best friend of Danielle), I'm really annoyed with Kristen. What does she actually want? She wants to be completely free from Gian, whatever their business is. But when Gian doesn't care about her, she gets annoyed and overthinks. Hey, Kristen, the world doesn't revolve around you. You may follow your own feelings, but that doesn't mean you can ignore other people's feelings at all!...
It seems like this novel will end at chapter 5000. Every time one issue ends, another one pops up, and it seems like the author is just trying to drag it out. I'm starting to get tired of reading it....
I hope daniele will have no end game with alexander since whatever the reason is, he only give her too much grievencess. I hope there will be another male character with stronger present than alexander to have the end game with daniele. Hated that in the name of love or protection alexander can treat another woman better, not just once, but with this new lorie girl... Oh my blood pressure getting higher cause by the new plot :(...
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Sooooo complicated sigh* Simply pls thanks....
Where is Chapter 545 - 554? I thought there'll be 9-10 chapters per update....
I knew it! He’s in love with her but he thinks she loves his brother!...
Oh poor Bianca... regrets, regrets :)...