Chapter 6
Noah hesitated, then reluctantly spilled the beans. “Well, Ashley’s Mr. Anderson’s former wife.”
Ashley’s lips curled into a smile as she glanced at Olivia, intrigued. “Former wife, huh? Then who’s this?”
Noah remained silent, figuring he’d given sufficient hints for any discerning individual to refrain from asking further.
Ashley noticed Noah’s hesitation and smirked as if she had a sudden revelation 1 recall Dr. Sullivan mentioning yesterday that Ms. Garcia is Mr. Anderson’s fiancée. But now she’s claiming Mr. Anderson’s former wife caused her miscarriage.”
Eric’s stare bore into Ashley, but she held her smile, playful and curious, with a touch of mockery.
is a private matter.”
“None of your concern, Olivia snapped, her face flushed with anger and humiliation. “This is a
Ashley nodded, conceding, “Fair point, it’s your private business. But when you unfairly accuse me of causing your miscarriage, tarnishing my reputation, I have to find out the truth, don’t I?” She cast a sly glance at Olivia, who seethed with rage.
In Willowmere, almost everyone knew Eric’s real wife was Ashley. Yet, they also knew about Eric and Olivia’s relationship, opting to keep mum about it. Olivia never expected this doctor to shame her, leaving her with no way out publicly.
Secing Olivia’s silence, Ashley closed the distance between them. “So, Ms. Garcia, are you the homewrecker?”
Noah was surprised by Ashley’s directness.
*Dr. Garcia, your job here is to focus on Olivia’s medical condition and come up with a solid surgical plan, Eric said, his tone icy.
As Eric
seethed with anger, a tense silence filled the room. Unfazed, Ashley retorted with a smile, “Sorry, Mr. Anderson, but I have other patients waiting. I’m afraid you’ll need to wait your turn for medical attention”
Olivia’s face reddened with fury, feeling completely embarrassed. You can’t just treat us like nobodiest Do you even know who we are?” Ashley’s demeanor shifted, her gaze piercing as she stared at Olivia. “Maybe I didn’t recognize you before, but it’s clear now. In my practice, everyone waits their turn, regardless of status. Medical consultations aren’t flexible like marriages; you can’t just show
up whenever.”
much like her?”
Later, Olivia complained to Eric in the ward, “Eric, can we switch hospitals? I don’t feel right here. That woman could be Ashley. Who else looks so
With Ashley’s sudden appearance, Olivia’s unease intensified, mixed with guilt. She desperately grasped Eric’s hand, whispering, “See how hostile she is towards me? She might try to harm me intentionally
