Forbidden Passion
Chapter 349 She Really Loves Him

With all the airport hustle, Theodore didn't notice John at first. But when John started running, Theodore's attention snapped to him. "Stop him!" he ordered his bodyguards. Seeing Theodore, John bolted, which made him look guilty. The bodyguards quickly caught up and dragged John out. He struggled, yelling, "Let go of me!" The scene drew attention, and people quickly steered clear.

John, pale and angry, glared at Theodore. "You can't arrest me. I haven't done anything wrong."

"Then why run when you saw me?" Theodore asked coldly.

Frustrated, John shouted, "Phoebe just boarded a plane to Starfall City to find you. I was trying to stop her!"

John had seen the plane take off, so running was pointless. But seeing Theodore, he hoped Phoebe hadn't boarded yet.

Theodore sneered. "You knew I was coming back today. Are you two putting on a show for me?"

John was stunned. "If Phoebe knew you were coming back, she wouldn't have flown to Starfall City. She gets airsick. Last time, she didn't sleep or eat on the plane." "Phoebe didn't go there for me, did she?" Theodore mocked.

John fell silent, shook off the bodyguards, and walked away. Some people were just impossible to reason with. Theodore had already made up his mind about Phoebe, and nothing John said would change that. Theodore watched John leave, letting out a cold laugh.

Vanessa stood nervously next to Theodore, worried he might forgive Phoebe because of John's words. She glanced at Theodore's face and felt relieved when he didn't seem swayed. "Theodore, let's go. You still need treatment." Theodore nodded and, with Lawton and Vanessa's help, painfully got into the car. Even simple movements made him break out in a cold sweat. Leaning back, thinking of Phoebe filled him with hatred. "Bastard!" Theodore cursed, closing his eyes and breathing heavily until the pain eased.

Vanessa, sitting next to him, couldn't help but notice how handsome he was. Her heart pounded. Theodore was exactly her type, and she realized she was falling for him more and more. Suppressing her excitement, Vanessa asked softly, "Theodore, are you feeling very uncomfortable? Lawton has already called the private hospital. We can be admitted as soon as we arrive." Theodore replied, "Okay."

He turned away, the bright Kedora sun highlighting his chiseled face, a stark contrast to the cursing Theodore from moments ago.

Vanessa gazed at Theodore, lost in her feelings. 'What should I do? I love him so much!' she thought, blushing.

In the front seat, Lawton noticed Vanessa's intense look at Theodore through the rearview mirror. She seemed almost desperate for him.

News of Theodore's hospitalization spread fast. He had just finished a check-up and was resting when Taylor and Sarah arrived.

Theodore had to sit up. Sarah was heartbroken to see his scratched face and bandages. "Theodore, what happened to you?"

Vanessa, standing by, quickly explained, "Theodore and Miss Ziegler were in a car accident in Starfall City..."

"Vanessa!" Theodore cut her off. "Sarah, I'm fine. I'll be better in a few days."

Sarah sensed there was more to the story. "You were in a car accident with Phoebe. Where is she?"

Taylor looked confused, too.

Theodore was about to answer when Vanessa jumped in, "Miss Ziegler came back a few days ago. She was less injured." "Vanessa!" Theodore frowned.

Vanessa pouted and stayed quiet.

Sarah's face darkened. "How could Phoebe be so inconsiderate?"

Taylor was upset, too. "Where is Phoebe? You've returned, and she hasn't come to see you. I'll call her."

Madison, standing nearby, added fuel to the fire, "Phoebe's on a business trip."

Theodore's lips tightened, and he shot a sharp look at Madison, who pretended not to notice.

Taylor noticed and was displeased. "Don't glare at Madison. She didn't say anything wrong. You always side with Phoebe, but she's not here when it matters. Work isn't more important than your health." Surrounded by four women, Theodore grew impatient. "I just got off the plane. Give me a break."

Taylor snapped, "We've only been here a few minutes, and you're already kicking us out. Do you know how scared Sarah was when she heard about your accident?"

Theodore caught a detail. "Who told Sarah?"

He glanced at Vanessa.

Vanessa, nervous, quickly said, "Theodore, I'm sorry. I posted on Facebook when we got off the plane and forgot to block Madison."

Madison chimed in, "Theodore, you had a serious accident and hid it from the family. If I hadn't seen Vanessa's post, how long were you planning to keep it a secret?" Annoyed, Theodore said sternly, "Enough. I'm dizzy. Visit tomorrow. Madison, take Grandma and Mom home."

Taylor noticed how pale and exhausted Theodore looked. She gave some advice and helped Sarah out.

Vanessa, meeting Theodore's stern gaze, quickly said, "Theodore, I'll see Sarah and Taylor off."

She then hurried out and caught up with Sarah and the others at the elevator.