Chapter 2

Looking at Evelyn's impatient expression, a dull ache rose in my chest.

Instead of answering her question directly, I reached out to brush aside a strand of her hair that had fallen out of place in her anger.

"Do you remember what you said to me when I first returned to the Gray family?" I asked softly.

Even after reclaiming my true identity, I never truly fit in with the Grays. My parents preferred the son they had raised themselves, so Jason faced no punishment for his deception. They still took him to various social events and served his favorite dishes at dinner - dishes I was allergic to.

Back then, Evelyn would hold my hand tenderly and say, "It's okay. Even if the whole world doesn't love you, I will. I'll always be by your side."

But now even this one person had taken Jason's side.

Evelyn frowned and jerked away from my touch. She reluctantly replied, "I remember, of course I do. It's just..."

"Jason's condition is critical now. We need to prioritize the patient's needs." Her tone softened as she tried to reassure me, "Don't worry, I'll play along with Jason and go through with this act. I just don't want him to have any regrets. You're still the one I'm going to marry."

But Evelyn was lying. Even though her words professed love for me, the impatience and hidden coldness in her eyes couldn't deceive anyone. She had grown tired of me long ago and no longer loved me.

Evelyn's phone on the table buzzed. Though Jason's photo flashed on the screen, she nervously tried to hide it from me, saying, "It's probably my parents asking about the wedding preparations. You should go get ready..."

She paused, then added meaningfully, "I'll definitely give you a surprise on our wedding day."

With that, Evelyn hurriedly left. Frowning, I decided to follow her, still feeling uneasy.

Sure enough, I saw Evelyn drive to another location. As soon as she entered the private room, I heard laughter from inside—

"Evelyn, Jason, are you two really going to crash the wedding?"