When She Turns Her Back Novel

Three minutes 382 Summary Teresa's gentle voice brought Troy a sense of comfort as he pushed her wheelchair, and despite the tension surrounding Yoyo's health, relief came when Emilie confirmed there was nothing serious wrong. Teresa showed concern for Yoyo's diet, emphasizing the need for light food, reflecting her protective nature. As Troy and Teresa shared a quiet moment in the elevator, Troy confessed to having threatened someone, but Teresa reassured him with a calm and supportive response, deepening their bond with a tender, albeit hesitant, kiss.

Their intimate moment was abruptly interrupted when the elevator doors opened to reveal Hector and Mark, who witnessed the kiss. Hector's shock was evident, and despite Troy's confident and somewhat provocative attitude, Hector insisted on speaking with Teresa about her upcoming surgery. Teresa, aware of Hector's feelings but not reciprocating them, apologized for any trouble, highlighting the emotional distance growing between them. Troy, asserting his role as Teresa's protector and partner, firmly claimed her in front of Hector, intensifying the underlying conflict.

Back in the hospital room, Hector and Mark confirmed Teresa was ready for surgery, scheduling it for the next day. The atmosphere grew tense as Teresa's repeated thanks to Hector only emphasized their growing emotional gap. Hector's cold silence contrasted with Troy's protective demeanor, who took charge of caring for Teresa and confidently entrusted her surgery to the doctors. The strained relationship between Hector and Mark culminated in a heated exchange outside the room, leaving Teresa anxious and Troy determined to stand firm.

Troy's internal struggle revealed his recognition of Hector as a genuinely good man, but also his resolve to be selfish in love, unwilling to let Teresa go. Despite the complexities and emotional turmoil, Troy accepted the necessity of being ruthless to protect his relationship with Teresa, setting the stage for ongoing tension among the three characters. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below Chapter 382 Teresa's voice carried a softness that, for some inexplicable reason, always wrapped Troy in a comforting sense of security.

As he stood behind her wheelchair, an involuntary smile spread across his face, growing wider without his conscious awareness. Emilie glanced at Teresa, hearing the firm conviction in her tone, and found herself feeling a bit uneasy. "Alright, I'll check in with Yoyo again about what happened that day," she said hesitantly. Teresa nodded, her expression shadowed by concern. "Is Yoyo alright? Was it something serious?" she asked, her eyes searching Emilie's face. Emilie returned a gentle smile. "She's already been examined.

The doctor said there's nothing to worry about." At those words, Teresa finally exhaled, relief washing over her. She was quite familiar with Yoyo's health issues. Yoyo had a fondness for snacking that had caused some lymph node swelling in her stomach, making stomachaches a frequent occurrence. Beyond that, however, there was little cause for alarm. After Emilie praised Monica, she mentioned she'd go pick up some food for Yoyo. Teresa quickly interjected, "Just something light, please. She shouldn't be eating anything too rich right now." Emilie nodded in agreement.

"Got it." Once Emilie had left, Teresa turned her attention back to Troy. "Let's get going." Without hesitation, Troy wheeled her straight into the elevator. The small space was empty, and as the doors slid shut, Troy caught a glimpse of Teresa's reflection in the polished metal wall. Her face remained serious, silent, the quiet between them heavy and lingering. After a few moments, Troy broke the silence, unable to hold back any longer. "I did threaten her," he admitted quietly. Teresa responded softly, "Mm." Surprised by her calm reaction, Troy looked at her.

"You're not mad at me?" A gentle smile curved Teresa's lips. "You didn't do anything wrong. Why would I be upset with you?" Her words only made Troy's smile deepen. He moved around the wheelchair, crouching down to be at eye level with her. Placing his hands over hers, which rested lightly on her knees, his gaze darkened with affection and teasing. "So, you're finally standing up for me, huh?" Teresa stubbornly averted her eyes, refusing to meet his. "I'm not." Her protectiveness wasn't just for Troy's sake-she'd realized Yoyo was deliberately stirring up trouble.

Seeing her avoid his eyes, Troy leaned in, brushing a soft kiss against the corner of her lips. Just then, the elevator chimed, and the doors slid open. - Teresa's sudden reaction was to push Troy away, panic flickering across her face, but he didn't budge. Instead, he looked at her with a playful smirk. "It's not like this is our first kiss. Why are you acting like it is?" Though his voice was low, it carried clearly enough for anyone nearby to hear. Outside the elevator stood Hector and Mark, casually waiting as if nothing unusual was happening.

The moment the doors opened, Hector caught sight of Troy kissing Teresa, even noticed the flirtatious glint in Troy's eyes. He froze, stunned. Mark, standing beside him, instinctively glanced at Hector, sensing his shock. Teresa noticed Hector and greeted him softly, "Hey, Hector." Troy hadn't realized anyone was behind them until Teresa's voice broke the moment. He quickly stood up and began wheeling Teresa out of the elevator, acting as if nothing had transpired. However, Hector and Mark blocked their path, standing firm in the doorway.

Troy shot Hector a smug grin, reading the anger simmering in his expression. "Mr. Reed, could you please move aside?" His tone was dripping with confidence, almost taunting. Hector stiffened but reluctantly stepped aside, allowing them passage. As Troy wheeled Teresa forward, he had no intention of lingering in front of Hector; his focus was on getting back to the hospital room. But just as the wheelchair was about to pass, Hector suddenly grabbed the handle, his eyes burning with intensity as he looked down at Teresa.

"Teresa, I need to talk to you." Gently, Teresa removed Hector's hand from the wheelchair and replied quietly, "Mm." Hector's voice trembled slightly. "Mark and I came to see if your leg is ready for surgery." Lowering her gaze, Teresa's voice was thick with apology. "Sorry to trouble you, Hector." She could sense how deeply Hector cared for her, but the feelings were not mutual. She had turned him down multiple times, yet he never ceased to treat her kindly. What Hector had just witnessed must have hurt him, but perhaps now he would finally understand and stop pursuing something impossible.

Seeing the apology in Teresa's eyes, Hector's heart softened a little. "Let's head back to the room." Teresa nodded silently. As Hector moved forward to push the wheelchair, Troy quickly reached out and intercepted his hand. "Mr. Reed, no need to trouble yourself. She's my wife-I'll take care of her." Troy's words were blunt and unapologetic, claiming Teresa as his own right in front of Hector. - Though they weren't officially married yet, Troy shamelessly asserted his claim. Hector stood frozen, lost in thought.

Unlike Troy, he lacked that rebellious charm and bold possessiveness that seemed to come so naturally. Sometimes, he found himself envying Troy. Even though Teresa wasn't his, Troy was already enjoying all the privileges. Back in the hospital room, Mark and Hector examined Teresa's leg together. After a thorough check, both agreed she was ready for surgery. Hector straightened and informed Teresa, "We can schedule the surgery for tomorrow." Relief flooded Teresa's voice.

"Alright, thank you, Hector." She expressed gratitude repeatedly, almost every other sentence, but with every "thank you," the distance between them seemed to widen, making the atmosphere even more uncomfortable. Hector's mood darkened, and he remained silent, offering no response. Troy noticed Hector's sour mood and understood why. That's how love worked-if Teresa chose Troy, Hector had no choice but to step back. Troy carefully tucked the blanket around Teresa, taking on the role of protector, then turned to Hector and Mark. "Thanks for all your hard work.

My wife's surgery is in your hands." Hector stood by the bed, his face cold and grim. His silence irritated Mark, who glanced at him, about to say something to Troy when Hector abruptly grabbed him and pulled him out of the room. "Hector, what are you so afraid of? Why are you leaving? Didn't you know Teresa before this player ever did?" Mark protested. "Hector, let go of me! If you won't say it, I will..." Mark shouted. Their muffled conversation faded behind the closed hospital door. Teresa stared at the door, worry etched deeply across her face.

Noticing her anxiety, Troy stepped in front of her, blocking her view. Teresa turned her face away, remaining silent. Troy wanted to say something, but the words caught in his throat. Hector wasn't like Charles-he was genuinely a good man, and even Troy found it hard to be harsh with him. But when it came to love, Troy knew he had to be selfish. There was no way he would ever let Teresa go. In the end, he understood he had to be a little ruthless with Hector.

Conclusion The chapter delicately captures the tangled emotions between Teresa, Troy, and Hector, weaving a poignant narrative of love, loyalty, and unspoken tensions. Teresa's vulnerability and Troy's protective affection create a tender yet charged atmosphere, while Hector's quiet pain and reluctant acceptance underscore the complexity of unrequited feelings. The moments of silent understanding and subtle confrontations reveal the characters' inner struggles, highlighting how love can both bind and divide.

Expect moments charged with emotional complexity, where loyalties are questioned and the lines between love, jealousy, and sacrifice blur. Teresa's vulnerability will be at the forefront, not just physically but emotionally, as those around her wrestle with their feelings and the consequences of their choices. The subtle power plays and unspoken challenges set the stage for a confrontation that could shift the dynamics forever, leaving readers eager to see who will stand firm and who might falter when tested.