Chapter 70: Chapter 70

RYAN POV

To ease my nervous self, I kept tapping my right foot slowly against the ground, while I stared at the doctor, whose eyes were glued to the file in front of him.

My eyes lingered around as I had a small smile at the sight of the decent yet simple office of the doctor.

The hospital was owned by my mum, who was now a retired doctor. But apparently, she gave it all to her husband, my father, who now runs it.

"Mr Ryan, congratulations on finding Miss Evelyn.” He gave a small smile as I nodded.

At that moment, it struck me that this was where the test on the remains of Evelyn was carried out.

“Thank you, Doctor Kevin. I will love that news to be unknown to others, if possible.”He hummed in response, as I leaned closer.

"Meanwhile, I thought the autopsy you carried on Evelyn's remains was hers. Is there a mix-up or something.? I asked, taking in his reaction.

And just like leaves on a tree, his hand shook, as the pen dropped off his hand. He cleared his throat, as his stare cut to mine.

"Yes, the remains showed clearly it was that of Miss Evelyn. I carried out the autopsy myself. It was shocking when I saw Miss Evelyn alive. I almost thought that was a doppelganger.”

He spoke, having a confused look plastered on his face.

"It's fine. Only time will tell. Any news? I have to leave.”I stood, as he did the same.

"Well. Apparently, Miss Evelyn seemed emotionally unbalanced. Her blood pressure is slightly high. I would advise you pay more attention to her.” I nodded, taking in the information.

I shook hands with him, trying to bottle the emotions slowly clouding me. There was really a lot going on right under my nose.

I let out a sigh the moment I stepped out of his office, as I began strolling down the corridor leading to the room Evelyn was hospitalized.

If Doctor Kevin claimed to carry out the autopsy on Evelyn's remains over two years ago, then something was fishy. It was either he was hiding something or that really wasn't Evelyn.

Talking of Evelyn, I halted, as I got closer to her room, her sobs reaching my ears.

I took a few steps closer, as I peered. Her back was backing me, as her guardian was trying to comfort her.

What is going on?' I thought.

"I wish he could just show me a little affection, Claudia. Just maybe I would remember the past and get over this amnesia taking over me.”She sobbed even more, coughing slightly.

Ma'am Claudia held her hands, pressing it gently.

"Evelyn, calm down, okay. He was your husband in the past. He already has someone in her life. Be patient, he will come around.”She comforted Evelyn, as I felt daggers struck to my heart.

It made me flash back to the past. Whenever Evelyn cries, I always feel weak and tired. But at this point, I felt confused, heartache clouding me the more. Every day around her felt like a reminder that I was making a terrible mistake.

Maybe I shouldn't have brought her back. I shouldn't have introduced myself to her. I should just have left the past where it was. Just me and Ariel…

Speaking of Ariel, I really let my anger get the best of me today. The pressure at work was getting worse, making it more difficult to keep my anger at bay. I feel lost.

"Ryan…" I jolted out of my reverie, my eyes blinking once, recognizing that voice.

I bit my lips, as I stared at the two.

"I'm sorry you had to hear those words of mine.”Evelyn commented, wiping tears off her face with the back of her hands.

I entered fully, as I sat beside her a few inches apart.

"I should leave.”

Ma'am Claudia made to leave, as I cleared my throat, making it obvious I wanted to let her stay. She sat down.

"It is fine. You do not have to stress yourself over it. I hope you will get a better grip on your emotions. Take time to heal, and get your memory back.”I stated, as she nodded.

I stood up facing her.

"I have to leave now. You will be discharged tomorrow.”

Her gaze met mine instantly, as she looked slightly pissed.

"What? I'm fine. Please, just take me home already.”She held my hand, stopping me from leaving.

I held her hand, gripping on it, as I slowly let it down. I released my hand from hers.

"You need to rest for now, Evelyn. There is nothing you can do to change my mind.”I stated firmly, as tears brimmed her eyes.

And just like that, I made to leave.

"Do you think your wife wanted to kill me earlier?”Those words of hers were enough to stop my further movements.

"I trust my wife. I believe there is a proper explanation for what happened earlier.”I retorted, not taking the slightest turn.

"Love is really blind.”I furrowed my brows at her words.

"You know, your wife was calm and loving at first. Then she just changed all of a sudden. She wanted to kill me. Do you think she should go scot free, Ryan? What was I even thinking? You love your wife already." I hissed, getting irritated already.

She was trying to get into my head. It was at that moment I wished there was a CCTV camera in the hospital room where she was. But sadly, it was only outside.

"Ma'am Claudia, take care of her. I'm leaving.”And with that last statement, I sauntered out of the hospital.

On stepping outside, my phone rang, as I brought it out of my pocket. I groaned at the sight of Eva's picture on the screen of my phone. She was voice calling me.

What trouble was she up to this time?

I picked up, as I placed it on my ear.

"What's up bro?”Her small voice whispered, as I rolled my eyes.

"It is not the end of the month, Eva. Why do you call me?”

"Seriously? You are so full of yourself, Mr. Money bag.”

And that did it, as I broke into small laughter, the tension in me suddenly quieting down.

"Sorry. I had a bad day.”I said, her sigh reaching my ears.

"Well, I guess there was more to that bad day.”

My forehead creased with confusion at her words.

What does she mean?

"What is it? Just break it already, Eva. I'm getting nervous.”I let the words put, pacing to and fro.

"Trouble in paradise. Mum calls for you, and she is furious. Come home right now. Bye for now.”

With that, she ended the call, as I let out an exasperated groan.

Questions raging through my head, as I left in my car.

Did Ariel report me to mum?

I shook my head, deleting the thought instantly.

If there was something Ariel hated, it was third parties. She would often tell me never to discuss our marriage issues outside. She stated how it was much better to communicate as husband and wife, in resolving any problems we encounter.

I trust her in that aspect. But why was mum angry?

It's time to find out.

......

I stepped into the living room as I met my mum standing, a glass of wine in her left hand.

She is always with a glass of wine when furious. What have I done?

"Mum, hope everything is fine.”I took steps closer, a few inches away from her.

"A lot is going on. Why do you keep treating her that way? You want to be like your father, right?” My mouth dropped open slightly, my brows creased.

"Mum, please. What is going on?”

A slap went across my face, coming from my beloved mother.

"I'm talking about Ariel, since your brain had been clouded with Evelyn. You are unbelievable.”

My eyes widened in partial shock of her awareness.

Did Ariel tell her about it?

"Ariel didn't tell me anything if that is what you are thinking. That lady had principles. I had my ways of finding out. Don't step on Ariel's toes for long. If you lose her, I can't promise you not to be mad. “She hissed, as she walked away.

I watched her silhouette until it faded out of my sight. I touched my cheeks, the pain from the slap suddenly jolting out.

I was at the brim of confusion.

I made to leave, not until a voice stopped me.

"You have not changed, Ryan. You are trapped already. Between two ladies. How ironic.”

I scoffed at my father's words, as he emerged into the living room.

My eyes bore at him, with nothing but anger.

I was angry my mum was beginning to compare me to him. I would never be like him. I am not a cheat, neither am I selfish.

"None of your business. I will never be like you."I seethed, as I worked on my jaws.

"Fine. Only time will tell. Don't lose your guard."He gave a crooked smile, as I felt goosebumps instantly.

He was always up to something with that smile of his.

I left the house, as I got into the car. Tears streamed down my eyes. I hit my fist on the seats and steering wheel hoping it would ease what was going on in my mind.

I was lost at the moment.

Just then, a thought came to mind. It was just the right thing I needed.