NOVPUBChapter 1342: Who is 629_1?
Chapter 1342: Who is 629_1?
“Sullivan, where are you going?” Seeing Anton Cook suddenly sprint away, Keanu Ledger instinctively chased after him.
At the door of the ward, there were private security staff dispatched by Cello Cook.
Once they saw Anton Cook rushing out of the ward, they immediately tried to stop him.
“Third Young Master, the sir advised that you should not leave the ward…”
“Get out of my way.” Pushing the blocking bodyguard aside, the pale, handsome young man spoke with cold apathy.
Fearful of injuring him, the bodyguards instantly took a step back, helplessly watching the young man leave.
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The two looked at each other and immediately followed.
Charlotte Aria chased after them with a stern face.
She saw Anton Cook rushing into the elevator, locking the bodyguards and Keanu Ledger out.
Both Charlotte Aria and Keanu Ledger, along with the other two bodyguards, took another elevator.
Before entering the elevator, Charlotte Aria caught sight of several whispering nurses huddled together and the visiting family and friends looking amazed.
“Am I seeing things?
Was that Anton Cook who just ran past me?”
“Wasn’t there a rumor that Anton Cook was unwell?” The speaker appeared deeply concerned, “Didn’t realize he was hospitalized.
I wonder what sickness he’s got.”
The nurses on that floor were learning for the first time that Anton Cook was staying in the most mysterious VIP Deluxe Ward, a ward so prestigious, even the hospital’s dean wouldn’t dare to occupy.
Although everyone was startled by Anton Cook’s sudden appearance, more eyes fell on the young lady who chased after him.
The nurses on this floor recognized her slightly, completely unaware that she would be the one to take care of Anton Cook.
Gossip among the public never dwindles, not especially when it’s about a top-tier celebrity like Anton Cook.
Her personal care for Anton Cook during his illness implied an intimate relationship.
Charlotte Aria noticed someone raising their phone in her direction.
A slight flash in her eyes was followed by a her hand brushing a loose strand of hair behind her ear, offering everyone a gentle, elegant side profile.
“Snap!” At the sound of the camera flash, the shadow cloaked them.
“Ms.
Aria, pardon the impudence.” Keanu Ledger covered Charlotte Aria with his coat, escorting her into the elevator.
Once the elevator door closed, Keanu Ledger put away his coat, pulled out a mask from his pocket, and handed it over to Charlotte Aria.
“Sorry, Ms.
Aria.
You also know Sullivan’s status.
If the paparazzi see you, your peaceful life could be disrupted.
It’s safer to wear a mask, don’t you agree?”
There was a certain depth to Keanu Ledger’s gaze.
He wasn’t fooled.
He witnessed how Sullivan treated Ms.
Aria earlier, and guessed that the chance of any scandal between the two was non-existent.
Some things need to be squashed from the outset.
Charlotte squinted and stiffly accepted the mask.
“Mr.
Ledger, you’ve been very thoughtful.
Knowing Sullivan is in your hands as his manager, Cello and I can rest assured.”
“After all, Sullivan’s status is special, and his fans can be quite ruthless.
This is really troublesome, and what I did was for Ms.
Aria’s welfare.
I hope you can understand.”
Charlotte grinned insincerely, her lowered eyelashes perfectly concealing the cold gleam deep within her eyes.
Though Charlotte doesn’t pay much attention to the entertainment circle, she is well aware of how ruthless the fans of top-tier stars can be.
Their idols bearing scandals would make them sympathize with their idol, placing all the vile words of the world on the scandalous ‘other’.
For a top-tier star like Anton Cook, fans only become more ruthless and unreasonable.
This was unless you were Aubree Groove.
Ever since she and Anton participated in a variety show together, their rumors heated up further.
In the past, an ordinary girl would have been torn apart by Anton’s fans by now.
But now, Aubree is unbeatable in the public opinion.
Anton’s fans affectionately call her “sister-in-law”, “little sister-in-law”, and “daughter-in-law”, as if Anton’s marriage to Aubree meant his ancestor’s graves were emitting smoke — a sign of great luck.
In the world of entertainment, no one finds this odd; some even believe Aubree is out of Anton’s league, and such opinion dominates the mainstream.
Why is she so lucky, while Charlotte equates to trouble…
Charlotte’s clenched fist slowly loosened, and she put on the mask, leaving only a pair of curved eyes exposed.
In the other elevator, the door opened, and instantly the noises and vanities of the world confronted the young man, who instinctively shielded his eyes and hurriedly moved through the crowd.
He ran into the garden, surrounded by patients out for walks, doctors, and nurses rushing to their departments, and children chasing and tussling.
Under the setting sun, flowers were in full bloom, swaying gracefully.
Everything looked simply delightful.
The young man breathed heavily, severe running sparking a dull ache from the wound in his chest.
A thin layer of sweat appeared on his forehead as he anxiously sought that familiar silhouette.
An elegant figure appeared in the crowd.
The woman was wearing a white long dress, the look captivating as the wind blew her skirt while she walked.
The young man instinctively chased after her, and grabbing the woman’s arm, he spun her around to face him with an air of domineering force.
The moment the woman turned around, the young man’s breathing quickly became ragged, an inexplicable emotion surged over him.
Was it anxiety or fear?
He could no longer tell.
The woman, initially irritated and preparing to yell, suddenly covered her mouth upon recognizing the man before her, her eyes filled with disbelief.
Soon, the woman burst into a piercing scream, “You…
you’re Anton Cook?
Am I dreaming?”
As she finished, she pinched her thigh hard.
The pain only made her more excited.
“It’s not a dream.
You’re indeed Anton Cook, ah…”
Her screams nearly tore through the sky.
The moment Anton saw the woman’s face, his eyes dimmed bit by bit until they became completely dull.
His arms dropped listlessly, and he took a step back, muttering, “It’s not!”
The beautiful, rosy twilight filled the sky, akin to a sea of blood, reflecting in the young man’s eyes.
“It’s Anton Cook!” 𝖓𝔬𝔳𝔭𝔲𝔟.𝖈𝖔𝔪
In an instant, these four words set the small garden ablaze.
Word spread like wildfire, and in a blink, countless people flooded towards the young man, surrounding him on all sides.
He was like a deity, surrounded by devout followers.
Flashes of light intermittently lit up his pale complexion, reflecting his frailty, fear, and confusion.
He was the familiar Anton Cook to the public, but at this moment, he felt dangerously unfamiliar to them.
“Make way, make way…” Keanu Ledger and the bodyguards struggled to push through the crowd, desperately trying to separate Anton and the crowd.
However, the power of three people couldn’t withstand the increasing wave of onlookers.
“Sullivan, wake up.
Have you forgotten that you’re a top-tier celebrity?
These people are too crazy…”
Anton Cook, seeming like a leaf in the wind amongst the crowd, furrowed his brow.
“…Who is she…?”
Suddenly, Anton held his head in his hands, voicing his agonizing question.
