Unpredictable Betrayal : A Sweet of Revenge

In total, it’s been two months since Aurora left Alden. As if comfortable maintaining distance while also pausing the relationship, not a single piece of news or string of messages that Alden sent received any response from the beautiful woman.

Feeling like an outcast, Alden initially felt sad, lonely, and tormented. For almost a month, he even deliberately kept his distance from his mother because he felt too disappointed.

Alden thought, if only his mother hadn’t visited Aurora and forced his girlfriend to stay away, they would still be together and working at the hospital as usual.

However, Asher provided understanding every day. He helped Alden slowly accept all the decisions Aurora had made. As a result, as time went on, Alden began to try to be patient. He started reconnecting with his mother. And he didn’t forget to pray to God to soften Aurora’s heart, so she would soon return and reunite with him.

“The fried rice Mama cooked isn’t too salty, right?”

Because he intentionally stayed at his mother’s house last night, Alden didn’t need to bother preparing his own breakfast this morning. He was delighted that his mother made a breakfast menu that Alden liked.

“It’s just right. This is what Alden usually eats.”

Zendaya smiled broadly. She was grateful that her son liked what she cooked. Since she was busy with business and various jobs, Zendaya rarely cooked by herself. Only during important moments or specific times like this morning, for example, did she find time to enter the kitchen to cook her son’s favorite food.

“Mama was worried. Afraid it wouldn’t taste as good as before.”

“Don’t worry,” Alden replied, continuing to chew his food. “If it wasn’t good, Alden wouldn’t have finished it.”

“In that case, you can take the rest as your lunch. There’s still plenty of chicken left.”

Alden nodded in agreement. He didn’t refuse what Zendaya suggested to him.

“I was planning to take it for lunch later. Because today is going to be really busy. Alden is sure he won’t have time to rest.”

“Anyway, no matter how busy you are, make time to eat. It’s not funny if the doctor gets sick instead.”

Then Zendaya got up. She stepped to get the lunch box from the cupboard, then handed it to Alden. She also helped her beloved son prepare his lunch so he could eat it later in the afternoon.

“Any news from Aurora yet?”

Zendaya suddenly asked. Actually, it took more courage to bring up this topic. However, Zendaya really wanted to know. She was just curious whether her son had received any updates from his sweetheart after so long.

“Not yet, Ma.”

Alden shook his head softly. There was a hint of sadness on his handsome face. And this made Zendaya concerned too. Instantly, she felt guilty for her actions that had led to unexpected consequences.

If she could turn back time, she swore she wouldn’t do something so foolish.

“Mama apologizes, Al.”

Zendaya expressed full regret. Although she had been forgiven, she still felt guilty. She had also tried to ask Asher to let her know where Aurora was, but the result was still nothing.

“Never mind, Ma. Don’t worry about it. Later, when it’s time to come back, Aurora will definitely return soon.”

“In that case, you have to be patient.”

Alden nodded. The sad expression that had been there earlier faded away, replaced by a wide smile.

“Don’t worry, Alden’s patience stock is still plenty. Even waiting for one, two, or three months, Alden has done it before, right?”

Zendaya chuckled. Seeing that Alden was much better now, she felt relieved. Zendaya also promised that when Aurora returned, she would immediately propose to the woman for her son without thinking too much.

“Alright, I’m leaving now. Is Mama going to the office with the driver or do you want to come with me?”

“Mama will go with the driver. It would be a pity if you’re late.”

Alden nodded. Giving his mother a quick hug, he bid her farewell.

“Alden’s heading to work now. Mama, take care too.”

Then, Alden hurried to the office. Today, he had an appointment with Asher to discuss a patient’s family who would undergo heart bypass surgery.

Because Asher’s schedule was packed, the patient initially under Asher’s care was reassigned to Alden. That’s why, before proceeding with the procedure, Alden needed to conduct a thorough observation.

Upon arriving at the hospital, Alden immediately approached Asher in his office. He engaged in a discussion for almost two hours. Until shortly, one of the nurses came, reminding Alden that he needed to prepare for the surgery.

For Alden, he preferred his schedule to be busy like today. Focusing on many patients allowed his mind to be momentarily distracted from Aurora.

“Doctor Alden.”

Regina called out as Alden emerged from the operating room and walked along the hospital corridor. Approaching, she matched her steps to walk alongside him.

“If you want to have lunch together, I can’t. I brought lunch from home.”

Although Regina hadn’t said anything yet, Alden confidently spoke as if he knew what Regina was going to say.

“Oh God… who wants to have lunch together? You’re so confident.”

Regina squinted. Perhaps because she used to bother Alden a lot and invite him to lunch, the man had all sorts of thoughts.

“I’m not asking you to have lunch,” Regina clarified.

“Then, if not for lunch, why did you come to me? We have different specializations. So, it’s unlikely that we would discuss patient matters.”

Regina laughed. As they continued walking and finally arrived in front of Alden’s room, she handed a bag containing a box of cakes to the man in front of her.

“I actually came to give this to Doctor Alden.”

Alden immediately furrowed his brow. Instead of accepting, he asked a lot of questions. Basically, he was suspicious of Regina.

“Cake? What’s it for?”

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“I know,” Alden sighed irritably. “What’s the purpose of giving cake? If you forget, I won’t accept anything —”

“Related to your feelings, right?” Regina interrupted as if she knew what Alden was going to say. “Don’t worry. I’m 100% self-aware. I also remember that Doctor Alden only sees me as a friend. Don’t worry. I’m just giving out cakes to all the doctors and nurses in the hospital for my birthday.”

Alden looked at Regina incredulously.

“It’s your birthday?”

Regina nodded repeatedly. But even if Alden didn’t believe it, he just surrendered. What else could he do? Regina was sure that the man had trust issues since he had experienced a lot of mistreatment.

“Yes. Today happens to be my birthday. Did Doctor forget my birthday?”

“Do I have to remind you?”

Regina shook her head.

“No, you don’t have to. The point is, today is my happy day, so I’m giving out cakes. There’s no other meaning. So, please accept it!”

“This doesn’t have any specific purpose or motive, right?”

Regina nodded again. Apparently, it was difficult to convince the man in front of her.

“For God’s sake, there’s no ulterior motive.”

Alden looked closely at Regina, who kept smiling at him. Trying to convince himself, he finally accepted the cake box that Regina had been offering him since earlier. At least after this, the woman would leave.

“Alright, I’ll take this. Thank you very much for the cake. Happy birthday too. I wish you health and find a partner as you wish.”

“If I pray for you to find a partner, Doctor Alden, how about that?”

Alden reflexively sighed. Before he could protest, Regina spoke first.

“Just kidding… you’re already grumbling. You’ll know the feeling when you grow old.”

Alden pursed his lips. Luckily, his mood was good today.

“Alright, I’m not in the mood for jokes. I’ll accept this cake from you. Anyway, thank you very much. Once again, happy birthday.”

Regina laughed heartily. She found it amusing to see Doctor Alden’s behavior as he tried to avoid her.

“You’re welcome, Doc. But seriously, you don’t want to have lunch with me?”

Alden immediately shook his head. He outright refused Regina’s offer.

“No, thanks.”

“Well then. Offered a blessing, but you declined.”

Regina then left. While Alden, carrying the cake, chose to enter his office. However, after closing the door to his room, he found a woman sitting on the couch as if waiting for him.

“If you have lunch with me, how about that? Do you have time?”

Alden froze. He was at a loss for words to respond.