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Chapter 264 Don’t Care About Him Anymore 

Inside the ward, Emily finished her breakfast shortly after Chloe left. 

Alexander had barely slept all night–stubble dotted his jaw, and dark circles hung under his eyes, a clear sign of exhaustion. 

Even so, he had no intention of leaving. 

Seated beside her bed, he held a fruit knife, peeling an apple with careful, precise movements. 

The peel came off in one long, unbroken strip, dangling gently from his fingers. 

Worn as Alexander looked, the sight of him bent over, focused on the task, was strangely comforting—a quiet, handsome 

scene. 

Emily’s phone, resting on the nightstand, lit up several times. She knew messages or calls were coming in, but she didn’t glance at it. 

Alexander noticed, too–glancing over, he saw Ethan’s name flash across the screen. 

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He didn’t need to name “him“-Emily knew it was Ethan. 

Hesitating for a moment, she replied, her voice calm and firm, “No, I don’t.” 

She figured Ethan was calling to ask her to go to the hospital to be with Sophia. 

But in her current state–weak, feverish–how could she? 

Even if she were well, Emily had no desire to go. 

Sophia didn’t need her; why bother making a fool of herself? 

Hearing her certainty, Alexander smiled, slicing the apple into. small, neat pieces, placing them on a tiny plate. 

He picked one up with a toothpick, offering it to her. Emily didn’t refuse, eating it slowly, a faint look of contentment on her face. 

The thought of Emily letting go of Ethan kept a smile on his face–if he kept trying, and Ethan kept messing up, he and Emily would be together someday. 

It was time for her to keep the promise she’d once made him. 

His unhidden joy sparked Emily’s curiosity. 

fexander, what are you smiling about?” 

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Looking up at her, he still wore that soft smile. “I’m happy- you finally don’t care about him anymore.” 

His words sent a jolt through her. 

She’d always suspected his kindness had an ulterior motive, yet the emotions he showed sometimes left her confused. 

Could someone really go to such lengths just for personal gain? 

Was Alexander faking it, or were his words true? 

Too tired to sort through the truth, Emily pushed the thought aside. 

“There’s really nothing left to care about,” she said, her tone steady. 

Alexander could tell she meant it–not out of anger, but genuine indifference. 

“It’s never too late to start over. There’s no harm in trying with a few more guys,” he said, leaning forward slightly. 

Propped up against the headboard, Emily felt weak all over. His words made her frown, a hint of amusement in her voice. “I’m in this state, and you’re still teasing me?” 

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Alexander’s expression turned serious, his eyes locked on hers. 316 

‘m not teasing you. This isn’t a joke–I mean it.” 

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Emily knew exactly what he meant by “a few more guys“-he was talking about himself. 

Instead of dwelling on the topic, she changed the subject as noon approached. 

“Alexander, I want shrimp,” she said softly. 

It was a genuine craving, and a way to steer clear of talking about feelings. 

Thrilled by her rare request, he nodded immediately. “Sure, I’ll have someone send some over right away.” 

Seeing his smile, Emily suddenly remembered something, panicking slightly. “Don’t let your mom make it.” 

Alexander looked up, grinning as he held his phone up to her face. “Too late–I already told her.” 

On the WhatsApp screen, Emily saw his message first: [Mom, my wife wants shrimp.] 

Below it was his mother’s reply: [Of course, I’ll make it every day if she likes it.] 

She didn’t bother reading the earlier messages–there was no turning back now. 

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Putting his phone away, he raised an eyebrow, his gaze playful yet sincere. “I don’t pick up other women. I only want you.” 

Emily didn’t take his words to heart, shrugging lightly. “If that’s the case, you’re pretty good at it.” 

His smile faded instantly, his expression turning cold. “Can you stop making me mad?” 

Hearing the irritation in his voice, she turned to him, 

explaining quickly. “I’m not trying to.” 

Alexander took a deep breath, wanting to say he was used to it, that it didn’t matter. 

But before he could speak, Emily’s phone lit up again—Ethan, as expected. He’d already called over a dozen times. 

“Are you sure you don’t want to answer? What if it’s an emergency?” Alexander asked, a hint of concern in his voice. 

“I’m sure,” Emily said, just as firmly as before. 

Seeing her resolve, Alexander didn’t press further. 

Ethan was his rival–he’d never push Emily back to Ethan. 

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Emily countless times, each one going unanswered. 

After waiting at the hospital for two hours, his phone rang- Lucas. 

“Mr. Wilson, the morning meeting isn’t over yet. Everyone’s waiting for you to come back.” 

Ethan turned to Rebecca, instructing her firmly. “Stay here and keep an eye on Sophie. Call me immediately if there’s any news.” 

As a maid, Rebecca didn’t dare disobey, nodding quickly. 

Leaving the hospital, Ethan rushed back to the office, working straight through the afternoon. 

Rebecca didn’t call once–no news, he hoped, was good news. 

By the time Ethan finished, it was around seven o’clock in the evening. 

Driving back to the hospital, he still didn’t see Emily. 

Turning to Rebecca, his voice tight with anger, he asked, “Emily didn’t come here all afternoon? No calls either?” 

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