Chapter 24 to stay in the hospital for a few days to receive intensive care for the stab wound in my stomach and to monitor my children , who are still in the numery Today marks the second day of my hospitalization , and for some reason , theres a strange quest in my room .
I dont remember having an appointment with a client , especially since my boutique hasnt reopened yet Is this woman one of Nathuris clients ? But why would she be meeting him in a hospital ? in my room , no less ? My gaze shifts to Nathan as he enters with Hazel .
At first , Falmost didnt recognize him because night now , he looks like Cero .
I still dont understand why he had to come here with Hazel ; Shaton Hazel greets me enthusiastical Cero told me you were attacked setting down a frat basket before approaching my bedside .
I was really shocked when I glance at Nathan , who winks at me discreetly .
That confirms my suspicion no one knows his real identity except me .
Not even Hazel , his superior .
I cant even imagine how he managed to get a job at her firm under a fake identity Is the case from yesterday still not over ? I thought the news had died down in Gothamist she continues .
I sigh .
This is a different case .
Someone deliberately burned down my boutique I shift my gaze to Nathan And I asked Cero to investigate Hazel frowns So ? Wh Connechan to yesterdays case ? ; The perpetrator is the same person the one spreading fake news , the one who set fire to my boutique , and … .
Hazel winces when I show her the wound on my stomach , right next to my section stitches .
Her expression turns homified, as if she cant fathom how Ive endured all of this Im curious who the mastermind is behind all thes .
She seems obsessed with making you suffer .
I nod in agreement .
To this day , I still dont fully understand Graces motive , though I suspect it has something to do with Edgar .
But I Meeting her in person wouldnt be a good idea especially since Nathan has become even more possessive of me.
I dont know what I need to do yet , but I take a deep breath , avoiding Hazels expectant gaze My boyfriend will take care of it .
Hazels eyes widen in surprise , then sparkle with mischief You never told me you had a boyfriend .
Sharon , she teases .
I offer a small , awkward smile , suddenly embarrassed at the thought of explaining my relationship with Nathan especially since hes her subordinate , her favorite hacker Before Hazel can pry further , Nathan interrupts , Hazel and I tum to look at him as he explains that he has some matters to attend to with the woman he brought earlier ) We nod , allowing him to leave with the woman , who wears a lanyard around her neck .
She had interviewed me earlier about yesterdays incident , so I assume shes a journalist Hazel , however , isnt letting go of her previous question .
By the way , dont you want to tell me who your boyfriend is ? she asks , ginning X I simply shake my head , knowing that sooner or later , Nathan will reveal himself to Hazel .
As himself , not as Cero .
!! And just as I predicted , it happens .
Nathan enters the room again this time in casual attire , carrying a bouquet of lilies and a box of cake .
He approaches me , while Hazel steps aside slightly .
My cheeks heat up as Nathan kisses my forehead without warning , right in front of her .
Sorry Im late .
I had some things to take care of , he says , placing the bouquet on my lap before opening the cake box , which releases an tresistible aroma Mom sent this .
She said you need to get better soon ! Thanks , I murmur , smiling softly .
Hazel moves closer again , causing Nathan to glance at me questioningly .

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His acting is truly convincing ake a deep breath .
Nathan , this is Hazel my friend and the owner of the audit firm in DUMBO Then I turn to Hazel .
My boyfriend , Nathan .
Hazel extends her hand , introducing herself .
Nathan does the same I cant help but chuckle internally as I watch the two most significant people in my life formally introduce themselves again .
Well , I should get back to the office , Hazel says after a moment .
You dont want to stay longer ? % She shakes her head .
You need plenty of rest, Sharon .
Ill come back later when I can see the twins .
X I nod , not stopping her .
Besides , I need to discuss something important with Nathan about Grace Once Hazel leaves , Hook at Nathan with a demanding gaze .
So , what do you plan to do with Grace ? He sinks his hands into his pockets What do you think I should do with her ? wont let you execute her secretly , torture her until she confesses , or anything like that .
% He laughs , making me furrow my brows .
He knows Im not entirely serious , yet I cant ignore the slight tension between us Love , Im just a mysterious hacker , not a ruthless mafia boss , he says , amusement lacing his tone Yeah , Im not so sure about that .
Youre too good at hiding your real identity , Nathan .
2 His laughter lingers as he gently ruffles my hair .
That look in his eyes it always has a way of calming me , no matter the circumstances I bring this case to the media , he finally says : 1 have all the evidence of her crimes .
Il expose everything and let the police handle it from there Nathan shrugs , as if he doesnt care whether the NYPD will have a hard time tracking her down based on just social media I shake my head slightly .
I know I cant interfere , I dont even know how Nathan plans to leak this information without my involvement as the victim .
But I trust him .
Hes always reliable .
All I can do now is wait and see if Grace will be caught easily or if shell flee after her face is plastered all over New Yorks media , her reputation ruined .
Her modeling career will be destroyed , no doubt .
But has she even considered the consequences of her actions ?! Nathans phone rings , and his expression changes the moment he answers .
My chest lightens at his reaction .
Whats wrong ? I ask cautiously Nathan hesitates to answer .
But Im impatient I need to know whats happening Nathan , what is it ? I press .
He exhales sharply .
All the data about Graces crimes its I freeze , fear creeping up my spine gone .
I underestimated her .
She managed to erase all the evidence Nathan had secretly gathered But how ? Is it possible … that shes working with a hacker too ?