Chapter 622

Pinebrook Hospital. Julian watched as Hannah was wheeled into the operating room, a tangle of emotions crossing his face. Had he done the right thing? Was it a mistake... making her terminate the pregnancy? Unwed, pregnant, and with a child to raise—how would she even cope? Rubbing his temples, Julian leaned back on the bench and glanced at his assistant. "Stay here and keep an eye on things. Call me if anything happens. Once she's out, make sure she rests. Someone needs to take care of her meals every day. When she's discharged, bring her back to my place." The assistant nodded. "Understood, Mr. Hale. But... you've got that blind date set up by Mrs. Hale. Should I—?" "I'm going now," Julian cut him off with a frown. The assistant nodded quickly and watched him leave. Not long after Julian was gone, Hannah was wheeled out of surgery—her face pale, completely emotionless, saying nothing as she sat slumped in the wheelchair. "She'll be in pain once the anesthesia wears off. Make sure she