Chapter 630 Get Out
Maeve's heroic act of saving someone was caught on video and posted online, sparking intense discussions over the past few days.
In today's society, where people often seem indifferent, the authorities are keen to promote a culture of helpfulness. Stories of heroism like Maeve's are widely reported, and she has even been dubbed the "Most Beautiful Angel" by netizens. Many people have voluntarily visited her in the hospital.
"Ms. Sullivan," a reporter, wary of Zachary, approached Winona instead. "Are you aware of Ms. Harrington saving Mr. Bailey? What do you think of Mr. Bailey's current actions?"
"Ms. Sullivan, did you instruct Mr. Bailey to leave his savior in the hospital and accompany you abroad?"
"Ms. Sullivan..."
The barrage of sharp questions came without giving them time to react.
Zachary firmly shielded Winona, remaining silent as they exited the airport under the protection of bodyguards.
In such situations, silence is the best response. There are too many questions to answer, and once you start talking, these reporters get even more excited, sometimes even maliciously editing footage to attract viewers.
"Ms. Sullivan!"
Zachary's face darkened as he glared at the persistent reporter trailing behind them.
Under his intense gaze, the reporter froze, unable to utter another word.
In the car.
Zachary held Winona's hand. "Winona, I'll take you back to Regal Oaks first."
Winona asked, "What about you?"
She had walked more in the past month than she had in the previous year, her legs aching and heavy. If it weren't for the recent events, she would have gone home to rest immediately.
Zachary, pressing a hand to his temple and closing his eyes slightly, said, "I'm going to the hospital."
Winona replied, "Let's go together."
On the way, they stopped at a mall where Winona bought some nutritious food suitable for patients. As they approached Maeve's hospital room, they heard a man's angry voice inside: "You saved his life, so what's wrong with asking for some money? Such a huge favor should be repaid, even if it means marrying him. Once you're married, everything he has will be yours.
I've raised you all these years, so it's only right for you to give me money."
Maeve retorted, "You can forget about leeching off me anymore. I won't ask him for money. Once I'm healed and discharged, I'm leaving Dreamopolis."
"You ungrateful brat! Today, I..."
Zachary pushed the door open, finding the man gripping Maeve's collar, ready to slap her.
Seeing who had entered, the man immediately released his grip, his face plastered with a sycophantic smile. "Mr. Bailey, you've come to see Maeve."
Zachary ignored him, nodding towards Maeve on the bed.
Maeve quickly turned her head away, not wanting outsiders to see her disgraceful family situation.
Winona entered, carrying the items, and spoke softly, "Ms. Harrington, thank you for saving Zachary."
Maeve shook her head. "Mr. Bailey saved me before. I did this to repay him. You don't need to worry about it."
Hearing Maeve's words, her father, Tom Harrington, muttered a curse under his breath and approached Zachary with a smile. "Mr. Bailey, Maeve risked her life to save you. She's been hospitalized for days and will need careful recovery after discharge, which has cost her job."
His intentions were clear.
Zachary, though there to visit Maeve, kept his eyes on Winona. He responded coldly, "Regarding compensation, I'll discuss it with Ms. Harrington."
Tom protested, "She's just a young girl. She doesn't understand these things. I'm her father, you should talk to me..."
Zachary impatiently interrupted, "The law states that anyone over eighteen has the right to make their own decisions. Ms. Harrington can handle this herself."
Seeing no room for negotiation, Tom's face darkened, and he threatened, "My daughter saved you. Are you trying to avoid compensating her? There are plenty of reporters outside. Aren't you afraid I'll tell them something?"
This didn't provoke a reaction from Zachary, but angered Maeve on the bed. "Get out! Get out of here! I don't have a shameless father who sells his wife and daughter for gambling money."
She became agitated, throwing off the covers and attempting to push Tom out of the room.
Their heated argument attracted a nurse, and Tom was escorted out by security.
Maeve's eyes were red. "Sorry for the scene."
Winona, seeing Maeve's stubbornness, was reminded of her own desperate situation when Carlos had cornered her, leaving her equally disheveled and downtrodden.
Suddenly, she recalled Zachary's words about helping Maeve because he saw a reflection of herself in her. Witnessing this, even Winona felt compelled to help.
Winona said, "If you want to get rid of your father, I can help you. Consider it repaying you for saving Zachary."
Maeve shook her head. "He's impossible to get rid of."
Winona didn't press further, respecting others' choices. "Thank you for saving Zachary. If there's anything you need, just let us know. We don't have any ulterior motives, just gratitude."
Maeve firmly shook her head. "I saved him to repay his previous kindness. Helping others is the right thing to do. You don't need to worry about compensating me."
Winona nodded. "Thank you, Ms. Harrington. But there's a misunderstanding outside. People think Zachary hasn't visited you, which has negatively impacted him. If reporters come again, could you clarify the truth for them?
You might not know, but some people lack professional ethics and write anything for attention and traffic."
Maeve glanced at Zachary, who was intently watching Winona. She smiled slightly. "Okay."
"Thank you, Ms. Harrington."
Maeve, looking tired, shook her head. "No need to thank me. It's what I should do."
Winona then inquired about Maeve's recovery from the nurse, gave some instructions, and left the hospital.
Maeve turned on the TV, which was broadcasting the news of Zachary and Winona being stopped at the airport.
In the parking lot downstairs.
Winona had just gotten into the car when Zachary pulled her into his arms. "Winona, thank you."
He didn't care about the online comments but loved seeing Winona worry and busy herself for him. Since hearing her conversation with Maeve, his smile hadn't faded.
Winona pushed him away. "Don't try to play the emotional card. Remember what you said at the hotel in Aetheria."
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