Chapter 289
Natalie sat on the cold floor, her thoughts spinning out of control. The memory of what had just happened kept replaying in her mind, each time making her realize something even more unbelievable. She never would have guessed Camila White could be so ruthless, so desperate to get what she wanted that she would risk hurting herself and her unborn child just to set Natalie up. The shock was written all over her face, impossible to hide.
“The floor’s freezing. Let me help you up,” Bruce’s voice broke through her haze. He noticed the scrapes on her arm and frowned with concern. “You’re hurt. Come on, let’s get you to the infirmary and take care of those wounds p>
Natalie nodded, her voice barely above a whisper. “Thanks p>
As Bruce tried to help her stand, a sharp pain shot through her leg. She broke out in
a cold sweat, barely managing to get up before sinking right back down.
“What’s wrong?” Bruce asked, worry creeping into his voice.
“I… I can’t stand on my left leg,” Natalie replied, clutching it tightly and trying to keep the pain from showing.
“I’m taking you to the hospital p>
All around them, guests were whispering and casting curious glances their way.
Some tried to piece together what had happened, while others openly stared at Natalie, their faces full of speculation.
“I heard Ms. White and Ms. Watson had a fight,” someone whispered. “Something about Mr. Ramirez and a baby p>
“Really? Natalie Watson is after Alexander Ramirez p>
“No way. I barely saw her talk to him all night. She was mostly alone p>
“Not true. I saw Mr. Ramirez catch her earlier when she almost tripped. The way they looked at each other—something’s going on.” Thıs text ıs hosted at
“What about the baby? Are they saying Natalie Watson is pregnant with Alexander Ramirez’s kid p>
As Bruce and the assistant manager helped Natalie past the crowd, Bruce glanced at the gossips, his expression icy. “If you’re so interested, why not ask Mr. Ramirez yourself p>
That shut everyone up immediately. Nobody wanted to get on Bruce Ward’s bad side, especially since everyone knew he and Alexander Ramirez were as close as brothers.
Bruce turned back to Natalie, his tone gentler. “Forget about all this for now. Let’s get you to the hospital and take care of your leg p>
“Okay,” she murmured.
In no time, Bruce had driven her to the hospital. Thanks to his call ahead, a nurse was already waiting with a wheelchair. After a quick exam the doctor told Natalie she had a fracture in her lower left leg. It wasn’t too serious. She just needed a cast and a few days in the hospital for observation and fluids, then she could go home to rest.
Bruce took care of the paperwork and wheeled her toward her room. Once they were alone, he finally asked “So, what really happened with you and Camila? How did you two end up falling down the stairs p>
He paused, looking at her intently. “You know she’s pregnant. Even if you were upset, you shouldn’t have fought with her p>
Everyone knew how important that baby was to the Ramirez family. It was Camila’s ticket into their world. No matter what the truth was, Natalie would take the blame.
Bruce shook his head, clearly frustrated. “This isn’t going to be easy to fix p>
Natalie’s voice was soft but steady. “I didn’t push her. She grabbed me and pulled me down with her p>
Bruce stopped the wheelchair, staring at her. “Are you serious? That makes no sense. The baby is her only way into the Ramirez family. Why do you think Alexander agreed to marry her p>
Before Natalie could answer, a group of doctors hurried past them, heading toward the operating room. Bruce flagged one down.
“What happened?” he asked.
The doctor recognized Bruce right away and didn’t hesitate. “Ms. White is losing a lot of blood. We might not be able to save the baby. The
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