The Sweet Rival (Mango Shen and Nathaniel Ye)
Chapter 704

Mango stood outside the door. She saw Walter stepping out from the room when she was about to open it.

Walter didn't know how to react when he faced Mango once again.

On the other hand, Mango was slightly stunned. She said with a smile, "Did you just wake up? How about Novalee?"

"Not yet. So you're here for her?"

Only then did Walter realized that he had asked an idiotic question.

If Mango wasn't here to see Novalee, then who else was she here for?

"You can go in now. Lemme go and wash my face."

After he finished his words, Walter walked sideways past Mango.

However, Mango stopped him.

"Walter."

His footsteps stopped but he did not turn around.

Mango looked at him. When she thought of the various incidents that happened the day before, she lightly patted Walter's shoulder and said in a low voice, " Either way, I wish you happiness. Though Novalee is a good girl, it doesn't mean that you gotta marry her. I would feel sorry for both of you if you do so. Once Nathan's affair comes to an end, I'll seek help from Bettany. I do believe that Novalee will recover if Bethany took up this matter herself."

With complicated thoughts in his mind, Walter was stunned and turned to look at her.

What should he say?

From the perspective of Novalee's future fiance, he should appreciate Mango's kindness. However, he was actually feeling gloomy for himself.

Did Mango wish that he could completely cut off their emotional involvement?

It turned out that he had always been a burden to Mango.

After a pause, he whispered, "I appreciate what you did for Novalee, but you'd better manage Nathaniel's affairs first. In the past, I did hope that he would never wake up, but now I wish for him to be alright. I once thought that I was the one who could give you happiness. Since I can't do it now and both of you are madly in love, I will give you my blessing." "Letting go is another kind of love, and it will always be engraved in my heart. Walter, you're always a buddy of Nathan and me. Both of us will do anything for you whenever you're in need and don't ever distance yourself from us due to this incident. Mind you that both Nathan and I treat you equally."

"I understand."

Walter was feeling depressed right now.

"Excuse me. Take care of Novalee, hm?"

After that, Walter fled.

Looking at his retreating back, Mango knew that she might hurt Walter again. She only hoped that Novalee could heal Walter, and she wished to see his sincere smile again.

She sighed and entered the ward.

Novalee hadn't woken up yet.

Mango looked at this silly girl and felt that she was lucky enough to have such a friend.

At first, she was impressed by Novalee's attitude at work and her good performance in the company. Hence, she made up her mind to promote Novalee as she was a local, and she would have an easier time dealing with the people here. Little did she expect that Novalee was so honest and upright.

Mango knew that she would make Novalee her

friend for life.

She gently pushed Novalee's hair away from her forehead.

Novalee suddenly opened her eyes and was slightly stunned upon seeing Mango.

"When did you arrive, Ms. Shen?"

"Don't move, just lie down. Remember that you are a patient now, and stop thinking of yourself as healthy as usual."

Mango quickly stopped her and gestured as she spoke.

Novalee scratched her head in embarrassment and said, "I'm fine. Don't I look good now? Those kids who are from the countryside like me are sturdy and will recover in just a few days."

"What nonsense. How could it not hurt? I appreciate what you've done to save Walter. Thank you, Novalee."

"Ain't mention."

Novalee suddenly felt uncomfortable.

She touched her head and seemed to be perplexed.

Mango looked at Novalee and said in a low voice, "Walter is actually quite a pitiful person. He seems to be rampant and aggressive in front of people. In fact, he is merely a lonely man who values relationships and loyalty. If anyone treats him well, he will treat the person even better. However, this fellow doesn't know how to express his feelings sometimes. Please show more tolerance to him."

"No...no, I don't expect him to repay me. I just don't want him to be taken away by Zendaya. By the way, what about Zendaya and Dakari?"

Novalee asked in a hurry.

Mango smiled and said, "Don't worry. They've both been taken away by the police. I don't think they'll be able to walk free for the rest of their lives."

She didn't tell Novalee how Walter treated Zendaya. It was better to hide the truth from a cheerful girl like Novalee.

"Sounds good. Our project may be delayed due to this instead."

"It doesn't matter. Take your time as I'm in no hurry. It's not easy to pioneer a new market. Don't worry. You still have Walter to lead you, right?" Mango made a gesture as she spoke.

Novalee bit her lower lip and said, "Can I finish up this project by myself?"

"Why? What did Walter do to you?"

"No, I just feel that he is way too nice to me now. I'm slightly uneasy."

Upon hearing Novalee's words, Mango laughed

immediately.

"You're thinking too much."

Both of them chatted idly for a few moments, but Walter still nowhere to be seen. Mango soon realized that he was deliberately avoiding her.

It seemed that he was not going to bid her farewell either.

Again, it was true that parting ways was the most unbearable thing for him.

Mango collected her thoughts and gestured to Novalee. "I'm leaving together with Maxton. Nathan is waiting for me over there. I can't stay here for too long. Your injuries are considered work-related injuries,

and I'll pay for all your medical expenses. What you need to do is just focus on your wounds. Don't worry about your new project. I'll treat you to dinner after you've fully recovered."

"Thank you, Ms. Shen. I'll be fine in just a few days."

"You'd better take care of yourself for some time. I'll find someone to replace you over there. Don't worry."

Mango managed to utter a few more words to Novalee before she got up and left.

She didn't see Walter even when she left the hospital.

Little did she know that Walter went inside once she left. He stood in front of the window and watched Mango walking out of his sight as if she was leaving his heart. His heart ached painfully, but there was nothing he could do.

Genevieve and Maxton were both waiting for her in the car when Mango came out from hospital.

Upon seeing Mango getting in the car, Genevieve subconsciously looked towards a room in the hospital. When she saw a figure standing there, she couldn't help but sigh.

Lets go.

Genevieve asked Maxton to drive the car while she sat at the back with Mango.

Mango closed her eyes.

It was not that she didn't know that Walter was looking at her again. She couldn't ignore his gaze, but she couldn't and wouldn't look back.

After driving for a while, they finally returned to Nathaniel's hospital.

Mango knew that she had only been away for a few days, but it seemed very long to her.

Seeing that Nathaniel was still asleep, she couldn't help feeling a little worried.

"Dr. Zhong, can you please inform me of the date of operation?"

Mango asked anxiously.

Maxton said in a low voice, "I have to study this case with the doctors."

"Alright."

Mango's heart was filled with hope.

When Genevieve felt her anxiety, she couldn't help but tug Mango and say, "Don't be nervous. My senior must have an idea."

"You're right."

Mango nodded her head.

Nathaniel was wheeled into the operating room by Maxton together with the other doctors.

Mango was both excited and worried at the same time.

The operating room's steady light made her nervous.

Genevieve held her hand tightly and said in a low voice, "It's okay, don't worry. At worst, he will remain the same."

Mango nodded her head.

As time passed, they had heard nothing from the operating room.

Mango's phone rang at that moment.

She looked at her mobile. It was Mateo calling.

Mango had no idea how she should communicate

with her uncle.

When she left Ocean City, she had never thought about seeking help from the Hans family. Now that Mateo had found her contact number, she couldn't even reply.

Mango hung up and sent a text to Mateo.

"What's the matter? It's not convenient for me to speak now."

These words made Mateo feel very uncomfortable.

"Where are you now?"

"I'm not in Ocean City as I'm traveling with Nathan."

Mateo heaved a sigh of relief when he received reply from Mango.

"Thomas said that he couldn't reach Nathaniel at all, and he was afraid that something bad had happened. That's why I gave you a call."

"No worries. His cellphone has been stolen, and we haven't had time to buy one. I'll talk to Thomas."

Mango replied quickly.

She knew that it was not good to hide Nathaniel's condition from them, but now she could only pin her hopes on Maxton.

She hoped that Maxton could cure Nathaniel, and then they were able to go back together. Otherwise, she couldn't face the children alone. Mango couldn't help but think of Rita.

She hadn't seen her daughter since her mishap, and she didn't know how to communicate with her daughter.

She had wanted to send a video to Rita for countless nights, but she did not dare to do so.

Alas, she couldn't answer any of Rita's questions. She had wondered when the feeling of helplessness would be wiped out.

Mango soon realized that she was a little absentminded. She quickly came back to her senses and asked, "How's everything?"

"It's never an easy task for you to think of us. I have a feeling that you don't treat us as family."

"There's no such thing. I just don't know how to get along with you guys. After all, grandma..."

"Don't mention it anymore. She wished for you to be happy. Whether you stay in the Ye Family or leave Nathaniel, as long as you are happy, we wish you all the best. Mango, our home is always a safe haven for you. Feel free to come back and have a meal. I have a lot to tell you."

Mango was overwhelmed by Mateo's words.

"Well, I'll go back with Nathan soon. I'm sorry,

Mateo. I thought I could leave Nathan and the Ye Family, but it seems like Nathaniel is indeed important to me. I can't give him up. I'm sorry."

"You don't have to apologize to us. As I said before, we can do anything for you as long as you're happy. Plus, your grandma can rest in peace too. Don't think so much. Life is short, but happiness is of utmost importance. Growing old with your loved ones is a joy as well."

As soon as Mateo finished his words, the lights in the operation room went out instantaneously.

Mango's chest clenched tightly.

It definitely was an exciting moment. What was going to happen to Nathaniel?