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Penny sat quietly in her spot as a small group of nurses and non–uniformed doctors entered the CEO’s office. They assessed her as they came in, just like how Penny studied each of them.

No words were spoken since they arrived, making every small sound they made seem louder

than it should have.

Penny watched them carefully check Zoren’s blood pressure, heart rate, and eyes, even drawing some blood from him. After that, they gave him a bunch of medicines to take. For now, they put him on an IV for some other things because, apparently, Zoren was catching a mild fever.

‘A fever, and yet, I didn’t even notice,‘ she thought, pursing her lips. Even now that I know he’s running a mild fever, I can’t tell.‘

Was it because Zoren had become an expert at hiding his illnesses that even the sharp Penny

was deceived?

‘I should tell the guys so they’re aware,‘ she quickly made a mental note.

“Sir Zoren, please, if possible, conduct all your meetings today in your office. That way, you won’t strain your body,” said the doctor with a tinge of helplessness, as if he knew there was no use in saying this. “For now, this IV will lower your temperature and prevent it from becoming a serious flu.”

Zoren nodded.

*We’ll be back later with your lab results and to check your eyes again. The doctor lowered his head and cast a look at Penny. He nodded slightly at her as well before they quietly left the

office.

Penny followed the group with her gaze. From their actions, it seemed they had been looking after Zoren’s health for quite some time now,

“I’m sorry for making you wait, Miss Penelope,” Zoren said with a smile.

“You have a fever, Mr. Pierson.”

“It’s a mild fever. I get it every other day, so it’s not a big deal.

So was the recent accident he was in.

Penny pressed her lips into a thin line, staring at her husband with sharp eyes. “Take care of yourself, Mr. Pierson. Being sick all your life… doesn’t mean you have to get used to it.”

“Even if I don’t want to, I have to, he replied just as calmly. “Just like how I had to trust you. I had no choice.

“Fair enough.”

“But thank you for your concern. I appreciate it.

“I’m simply thinking of my company. It’ll be bad for us if something happens to you while my people are looking after you.”

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“I still appreciate it.”

guy… I’m

Her jaw tightened in irritation. People would normally find what I said terrible, but this on the one getting irritated.

“Regarding our marriage, I asked Benjamin to look into it. I know you’re not aware of it, but I am also not aware of it, he broached, knowing it was time to drop the pleasantries and move on to the most important part of the day. “Even the Civil Bureau and the person I know who could have traced how this happened didn’t find the answer”

Zoren briefly paused before solemnly continuing. “All they know is that five years ago, a couple registered their marriage, which, sadly, is you and me.”

“That is strange…” Penny lowered her gaze, resting the side of her fingers in front of her lips. “I also investigated the matter. However, what I found were records of myself doing some work in the office and heading straight home. I didn’t go out until the next day”

“What about you, Mr. Pierson?” she looked up at the man across from her. “What were you doing five years ago, on the day of the registration?”

“Dying.

“Huh?”

“I was in the ICU because I accidentally ate poison. I almost died, Miss Penelope. Therefore, it’s impossible for me to have been married on that date.”

‘So the hospital log is true,‘ Penny thought, feeling both speechless and mystified.

“Although I know this is concerning and confusing, I’m also aware that finding out the truth behind it is not our priority right now, he uttered, earning her attention again.

“Yes, it is not,” she nodded. “I want a divorce, Mr. Pierson.

“My lawyers are already drafting the contract,” he said. “I’ll send the papers by the end of the day.”

“I’ll also send my lawyer’s draft, she replied. “Although you might want to hear this I want nothing from you aside from this contract. So, as a heads–up, my side simply wants to protect

my assets.

Zoren nodded. “The feeling is mutual. I don’t want anything from you, and you won’t take anything of mine.”

“Good. Now, we’re on the same page. Penny heaved a sigh of relief. This went more smoothly than she thought. “Now that we have an agreement, Mr. Pierson, can I ask you a question?” “What is it?”

“You told me yesterday about your dilemma with your elder.”

Zoren smiled reassuringly. “It’ll get resolved today.”

“Oh?”

“So, you don’t have to worry about that.

you say so. Penny nodded before her eyes fell on the IV bag hanging on the pole. When she snapped her gaze back to him, she peeled her back from the seat. Since it seems we’ve settled it, I’ll leave now. Let’s meet again when we need to sign the contract

“I can’t walk you out!

“It’s alright, you don’t have to:

Having said that, Penny rose from her seat and turned to leave. But just as she took a step, she stopped and ran her tongue across her inner cheek

“Is there something else, Miss Penelope he asked, noticing that her blurry figure was still

there.

Penny looked back at him and gazed at the IV bag. “Mr. Pierson, can I check the IV bag if you don’t mind?”

“Sure, he agreed without asking “If you need to know what it is, I can tell you!

Penny didn’t respond as she walked over to him, standing beside the couch where he was seated. She checked the IV bag and slightly adjusted it. After that, her eyes fell on him. She carefully walked in front of him and bent over.

“Yes?” he hummed, noticing she was quite close now, “Is there a need for you to be this close?”

“Yes. Penny stared at his face before her eyes fell on the back of his hand. “Mr. Pierson, should I take off your IV?

“Why is that?”

“Doesn’t it hurt you?”

Zoren didn’t answer quickly. “How did you know?”

“I know the drug. It’s effective, but I also saw your medical record. This medicine was unnecessary and was only tormenting his kidneys. m

“Don’t I have a choice now as well?”

“This time, you do. She shrugged. “It’s up to you if you want to listen to me or follow the doctor’s advice. I won’t blame you.”

Zoren blinked slowly before raising his hand to her. “I don’t like this medicine.”

Penny smiled subtly and stood before him. She held his hand while her fingers carefully peeled the tape off his skin.

However, a sudden “BAM!” echoed in the room, making her jolt and accidentally pull the entire needle out. At the same time, Zoren raised his foot in surprise at the sudden pain on the back of his hand. His action, however, accidentally and mildly kicked the back of her feet.

BAM!

Penny gasped as she fell on him, her knees intuitively resting on his side and her hands on his shoulders. Zoren, on the other hand, instinctively held her waist to stop her from falling on him completely.

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They froze.

“Zoren Pierson!” An angry elderly voice rang out from the door, halting just as quickly as she searched the room.

There, on the couch, were Zoren and a woman. When Zoren and Penny turned their heads. toward the door, Old Mrs. Pierson quickly recognized the woman. It was the woman on the marriage certificate!

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