When She Turns Her Back Novel

Chapter 284 Chapter 284 After getting in the car , Teresa sat in the back seat , with Yolanda beside her . They sat on opposite ends , like the whole Milky Way was stuck between them . The car was silent . No one spoke . 40 55 vouchers Charles kept glancing at his wife and daughter in the rearview mirror . They acted like total strangers , refusing to engage with each other . Teresa turned to gaze out the window , watching the rows of lights blur past . Her thoughts were miles away . She almost wanted to slap herself for agreeing to Charles's demand .

But if she hadn't said yes , Charles would've found some other way to pressure her into giving in . After thinking it over , she figured maybe it was just easier to go along with him . But what really baffled her was why Charles was suddenly acting this way . Wasn't he supposed to be eager to divorce her ? Once they were divorced , he could marry Naomi out in the open . So why was he acting so differently now ? Whether it was lately or during the past five years , Teresa had never been able to figure out what Charles was thinking . She had never truly understood him .

Soon , the car came to a stop . Charles stepped out of the car with Yolanda , and Teresa followed close behind . This was the campus where Cedric taught - the place with the doctoral program Teresa had been dreaming of joining for years . As soon as she stepped out , Teresa took in the scenery , soaking up the rich academic vibe that filled the campus . Charles and Yolanda walked briskly ahead of her , their steps quick and sure . Teresa kept a leisurely pace behind them , all she felt was a deep longing for this place . She wished that three years from now , she'd be studying here too .

Without even realizing it , the three of them had made their way right to where Naomi was . 20:13 Fri , Oct 17 Chapter 284 : & 40 55 vouchers Naomi was sitting on the steps , pant legs rolled up above her knees , showing off those long , straight calves . and pale skin . She didn't have any open wounds , but you could clearly see a big bruise on her leg . Teresa only needed one glance to get a rough idea of what was wrong with Naomi's leg . From the looks of it , she might've hurt her bone . Naomi had been waiting on the steps for quite some time .

When she finally saw Charles arrive , her eyes welled up with tears . She couldn't hold back anymore - tears streamed down her face in an instant . Yolanda's heart twisted at the sight of Naomi crying . She hurried over , gently hugged Naomi around the neck , and comforted her with a soft , sweet voice , " Don't cry , Miss Naomi . Daddy and I are both here now ." Naomi hugged Yolanda in return , but instead of replying to her comforting words , she turned with a hint of emotion and looked straight at Charles . Her eyes showed a mix of hurt and confusion , clear for anyone to see .

Charles gave Naomi a quick look , then deliberately glanced around , searching for Teresa . She stood nearby , keeping her distance , not making any move to step forward . When Teresa caught Charles glancing her way , she immediately looked away , avoiding his Charles turned to Teresa and said , " You're a doctor , right ? Mind checking her out ? " He was testing her , almost as if throwing a challenge . Teresa gave him a cold glare and said , " I'm a pediatrician . Do you see a kid here ? " eyes . Charles wasn't about to let it go .

He pressed on , " Come on , you must have dealt with something similar before , right ? " Teresa shot him a look and replied without hesitation , " Nope ." Seeing her reaction , Charles couldn't help thinking to himself , ' I bet she's just jealous . That's probably why she won't help Naomi out . ' At that thought , a faint smile tugged at his lips . Without another word to Teresa , he turned , bent down , and cradled Naomi sideways in his arms . As Charles lifted her , Naomi tucked her face against his neck , sniffling , her voice soft yet tinged with playful reproach .

" Charles , why are you only getting here now ? " Charles glanced down at her , answering in his usual laid - back tone , " Something came up , I got delayed . " 20:13 Fri , Oct 17 Chapter 284 Z40 ) 55 vouchers Teresa stood off to the side , hearing Charles lying to Naomi without a care in the world . She couldn't help thinking . ' Maybe Charles never really loved Naomi that much ,' she thought . ' Or maybe he doesn't love anyone at all , Teresa mused . Naomi just buried her face against Charles's shoulder , turning his shirt into a tear - soaked mess .

Teresa knew Charles was super particular about cleanliness . But right now , he couldn't care less . Teresa thought to herself , ' Even if Charles doesn't love Naomi all that much , she's still his one and only- nobody can ever take her spot in his heart . As Charles walked by Teresa , still carrying Naomi in his arms , he paused for a moment , glanced at her , and said softly , " Can you take Yolanda's hand ?

" Before Teresa could respond , Yolanda piped up right away , " It's fine , I'll just hold onto Daddy's shirt ." With that , Yolanda stepped forward and grabbed the hem of Charles's shirt with her little hand . Seeing her like that , Charles just let her be , saying nothing more . Teresa stood to the side , feeling a cold emptiness inside her chest . Even though she thought she'd gotten used to moments like this , her heart still felt pierced every single time . She let out a couple of dry , bitter laughs at herself before finally trailing after them .

Charles helped Naomi into the passenger seat and , being his usual thoughtful self , made sure to buckle her seatbelt . Just as he was straightening up , Naomi suddenly held onto his hand , her face twisted with pain . She frowned and said in a wavering voice , " Charles , I'm scared . " Her voice was gentle , almost liquid , and it sent a ripple straight through Charles's heart . ' Man , how could anyone not be moved by that ? ' he thought . Charles paused for a moment , looked down at Naomi , then reached over and rubbed her head , reassuring her softly , " It's fine , really .

This isn't anything serious . " But Naomi's tears only came faster , spilling down her cheeks as she choked out in a trembling voice , " What if I end up ... disabled ? " Charles gently placed a finger on her lips , soft and reassuring . " Don't say that - there's no way that'll happen . " Naomi looked up at him , cheeks burning , her voice barely above a whisper , " If I really do end up like that ... would you still- " Charles didn't let her finish , his words gentle but firm , " If it ever comes to that , I'll be by your side , taking care of you for the rest of your life .

" 20:13 Fri , Oct 17 Chapter 284 : Naomi felt a wave of calm wash over her in that moment , her fears quieted at last . A fresh , radiant glow lit up her eyes as she gazed up at Charles . ( 40 ) 55 vouchers . Even with Teresa right there , Naomi couldn't help but feel that she was the one who truly held all the cards . After closing the passenger door , Charles turned around to check on Teresa . She was still just standing there by the car , clearly not planning to get in .

Seeing that , Charles spoke up , " Come on , get in and take Yolanda with you ." Teresa didn't respond - she simply opened the car door and got in the back seat . Yolanda sat on the right side , but she leaned all the way toward the front passenger seat , stretching her little hand between the seats to hold Naomi's hand . " Miss Naomi , does it hurt a lot ? " Yolanda asked , her voice worried . " It's okay . I can handle it , " Naomi replied gently . " Miss Naomi , let me blow on it for you . If I blow , it won't hurt anymore ," Yolanda said eagerly . " It's all right , Yolanda .

I'm just here in the front , so don't worry , " Naomi reassured her . " Okay then , once we get to the hospital , it won't hurt as much ," Yolanda promised , still trying her best to comfort Naomi . Teresa overheard every word between Yolanda and Naomi . She couldn't help but feel amused . ' Seriously ? Naomi's a doctor - she's gotta know how bad her own leg is ,' Teresa thought . ' It's not like she can't diagnose herself , Teresa mused . But she didn't bother calling Naomi out on it . What's the point ? Soon , the car pulled up at the hospital .

Charles carried Naomi straight to the Emergency Department . Following the doctor's instructions , they took an X - ray , which confirmed she had a fracture . The doctor told Charles , " She'll need a cast . Once the bone heals , she'll be fine . " Charles didn't hesitate - he agreed to the treatment plan right away . While Naomi was getting her cast , Teresa sat out on the bench just outside the treatment room , idly messing with her phone to pass the time . Meanwhile , Charles and Yolanda stayed inside with Naomi , keeping her company .

Naomi was crying out in pain , and Teresa caught the sound of Charles's soothing voice . She looked up 20:13 Fri , Oct 17 Chapter 284 05 vouchers through the partly open door and saw Charles standing over Naomi , her face buried in his abdomen . As Teresa looked away , her phone lit up - Linda was texting her . Linda : "You okay ? " Teresa quickly tapped back . " Yeah , I'm fine . " Then Teresa fired off another message : " What about Troy ? Did he go back ? " Linda answered , " Yeah , he headed out .

But before leaving , he ditched the card Charles gave me and handed me a new one - a black card . He said the password is the day you and him first met . " B AD Comment Send gift No Ads 20:13 Fri , Oct 17