Diana shook her head. "No, when I regained consciousness, he had already left."
Liam stood outside the door, watching the ladies chat happily, their laughter and warmth filling the room. He felt forgotten and unwanted, a spectator to their intimate moment.
Without making a sound, Liam turned and walked away, disappearing into the hospital corridor.
Inside the room, the three friends continued chatting, oblivious to Liam's departure.
"I still can't believe that driver," Maureen said, shaking her head. "As if he was blind!"
Sofia's expression darkened. "We'll find him, Didi. let's forget about him for now."
Diana smiled weakly. "I just want to get better and move on."
The conversation flowed effortlessly, their bond strengthened by shared laughter and concern.
Meanwhile, Liam walked back to his car, his expression unreadable.
As he drove away from the hospital, his thoughts began to unravel.
Liam's phone buzzed, breaking his reverie.
James's name flashed on the screen.
Liam's grip on the wheel tightened, he pick the call and it connected.
Am heading to the hospital. Is my sister-in-law already there?" james' asked.
"Yes," Liam replied, his tone neutral.
James's heart pounded in his chest as he sped towards the hospital. His mind racing with thoughts of Sofia's wrath and Maureen's unforgiving nature.
"If Sofia lets me off the hook, will Maureen forgive me?" he wondered.
He knew the answer. "No, Maureen won't let me off that easily."
James's anxiety grew. I will be there in a few minutes. he said, the call ended.
Liam stared at his sack screen and decided to wet for him in the hospital parking lot.
---
James' drive into the hospital and pulled into the hospital parking lot, his palms sweating.
Taking a deep breath, he stepped out of the car and saw Liam looking at him expressionlessly, he made his way to him third brother. he call out his name.
Liam remained silent with his deep black eyes.
james' scratch his hair feeling confused, how did he offend this devil. he wundered.
sorry for putting the blame on your new girl, I was careless with the driving, so, can you just stop making that face.
Liam nod in satisfaction and they entered the hospital and walk towards Diana's room.
As they approached, he heard laughter and chatter coming from the room.
James's stomach twisted into knots.
He peeked into the room, seeing Sofia, Maureen, and Diana smiling together.
Liam stood outside, leaning against the wall, eyes fixed on James.
James's heart sank.
James pushed open the door and walked in. Sofia, Maureen, and Diana's gazes turned to the door.
"Hi, beautiful ladies," James greeted, his charming smile flashing.
Maureen and Diana exchanged surprised glances, familiar with James as one of Liam's friends. Sofia frowned, confusion etched on her face.
"Young Master James, what brings you here? Did you come to see someone in the hospital?" Maureen asked, her tone laced with curiosity.
Diana's gaze remained fixed on James, mesmerized by his chiseled features and piercing eyes. Liam and his friends were the most handsome men she had ever seen.
James scratched his head, unsure where to start.
"I...I came to see your friend and know how she's feeling," he stammered.
Sofia and Maureen's expressions darkened, their eyes narrowing.
"What do you want to say? Go straight to the point," Sofia demanded.
James approached Diana's hospital bed and sat beside her. Diana's heart skipped a beat; his proximity made her feel fluttery.
"I'm so sorry. I was driving roughly and didn't notice you on time. When I did, it was already too late," James confessed, his eyes filled with remorse.
Sofia and Maureen's faces turned black with anger.
"You're the one who hit our sweetie?" they asked in unison, their voices low and menacing.
James's heart sank, his eyes darting to Liam for support.
Sofia and Maureen stood up from their seats, their fists clenched, ready to deal with this spoiled young master. They were really angry.
"How dare you!" Sofia spat, her voice venomous. "You almost killed Diana and now you're here to say sorry."
James' regrated not getting married as his parents said, and having children to call his own and take over his wealth before dying here today. thinking of all the blind date he had turn down he,he felt bitter in his heart.
"please I don't want to loose my preciouse life yet," James plead.
Maureen stepped forward, her eyes blazing.
"You selfish, entitled rich kid! You think your wealth and family name excuse your reckless behavior?"
James's eyes widened, realizing his mistake.
"No, no, it's not like that! I swear, I'm truly sorry. I didn't mean to hurt your Diana."
Diana, still pale, spoke up.
"Stop, Sofia. Maureen. Let him explain."
Sofia and Maureen hesitated, their anger simmering.
James took a deep breath.
"I know I was wrong. I wasn't thinking. I was careless. But please, forgive me. I promise to make it right."
they ignored his plea,
they raised their hands to deal with him.
"What do you think you're doing?" Liam's voice echoed in the room as he walked in firmly.
James breathed a sigh of relief in his heart.
He is nearly killed here today.
"I won't let it go," Sofia protested. "He could have killed her!"
"I will kill him myself," Maureen snarled, rushing towards James.
James dodged, but Sofia caught him. However, she felt herself being lifted off the ground, her eyes widening in shock.
Liam picked her up as if she weighed nothing and sat her down in the hospital chair.
Diana, Maureen, and James stared at the scene, stunned.
Sofia was lost in thought, surprised by Liam's sudden action.
Maureen charged towards James, her hands clenched into fists.
"You're going to pay for what you did!" Maureen spat.
Just as Maureen was about to reach James,
Diana spoke up.
"Stop, Maureen!" Diana's weak voice commanded attention.
Maureen halted, her fists still clenched.
"Let Liam handle this," Diana added.
Maureen's gaze shifted to Liam, who stood calmly, his eyes fixed on James.
"Liam, you can't just protect him after what he did," Maureen protested.
Liam's expression remained unreadable.
"I'm not protecting him, Miss Maureen. I'm ensuring justice is served."
James swallowed hard, knowing he was in trouble.
"Sofia, Maureen, I'm truly sorry. I never meant to hurt Diana," James pleaded.
Sofia's gaze narrowed.
"Sorry isn't enough, young master James. You could have killed her."
Liam's voice interrupted.
"Enough. We'll discuss this later. Diana needs rest."
The tension eased slightly as the group focused on Diana's recovery.
As the silence lingered, Maureen broke it.
"What's the plan, Liam?"
Liam's eyes locked onto James.
"James will take full responsibility for his actions. He'll ensure Diana's recovery and compensate her for the distress he's caused."
James nodded eagerly. "I'll do whatever it takes. I promise."
Diana's gaze met James'. "Prove it," she whispered.
He held his heart, his eyes sincere.
"I mean it. If I fail to do that, let me not find a lover, let me not know happiness."
Sofia and Maureen glared, unmoved.
"Empty promises," Sofia spat.
"Actions speak louder than words," Maureen added.
Liam's gaze never left James.
"I'll ensure he keeps his word," Liam said.
Diana's weak voice interrupted.
"Enough. I need rest."
The tension eased as the group focused on Diana's recovery.
As they settled, James whispered.
"I won't let you down, Diana. I swear."
Diana's gaze met James'. "We'll see."
---
In a restaurant,
Emilia sat with her friends, sipping her cocktail.
"What did you do, Emilia?" Anthonia asked, her curiosity piqued.
Emilia gave her a cold glare.
"Why did you hurt that beautiful girl in the first place?" Anthonia pressed.
Emilia's expression turned indifferent.
"I don't know. I just felt like it. She's Sofia's friend, after all. It was just a warning. I can do worse to her."
Rachel's eyes widened.
"Emilia, that's horrific. Diana didn't deserve it."
Emilia's voice dropped to a whisper.
"Liam is mine. No one else's."
Anthonia leaned in, concern etched on her face.
"Emilia, you're scaring us. This obsession with Liam isn't healthy."