Chapter 162

After being hospitalized at Jayrodale General Hospital for three days, Christina finally regained consciousness. Her long eyelashes fluttered as she slowly opened her eyes. The first thing she saw was the luxurious private ward, where a tall figure in a white coat worked with his back to her. His handsome profile, serious and striking, was just as gorgeous as she remembered.

Suddenly, Andrew turned around. "You're finally awake," he said.

Christina quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing. "Yes, I am."

"That's good news," Andrew replied. "I'll notify your family that you can be discharged."

Christina frowned, hurt evident in her voice. "Are you that eager to see me leave now that I'm awake?"

Andrew stared at her directly. "What else would you have me do? Am I supposed to beg you to stay?"

Christina fell silent for a long moment before speaking through gritted teeth. "Andrew, why does every conversation between us have to turn into an argument? Can't we just talk civilly?"

Andrew replied blankly, "It seems to me you've always been argumentative. In fact, it's because I was too accommodating that people took me for granted."

Christina responded apologetically, "I know breaking up with you hurt you deeply. But Andrew, please try to understand my position. I have to lead the entire Stevens family. I'm overwhelmed and exhausted. I must find strong support for Stevens Corporation."

Andrew let out a bitter laugh. "Oh, I understand perfectly. That's why I fully support your marriage with Harvey—into wealth and power. That way, Stevens Corporation, which still had some future, can fail even faster, and you can experience what it's like to jump from the frying pan into the fire."

Christina took a deep breath to suppress her anger. "Andrew, you're still as bitter and unreasonable as ever. Fine, I won't argue with you! Thank you for saving me. Don't worry, I'll repay this debt."

She did not believe that marrying into the Weller family would be her downfall. On the contrary, Stevens Corporation needed powerful backing to grow. Tony's recent harassment of the Stevens family proved their vulnerability without strong connections. With the Wellers' support, she could lead Stevens Corporation to greater heights.

Andrew retorted, "You're overthinking it, Ms. Stevens. I went there that day to settle a score with Tony. Saving you? That wasn't my intention. I would have helped anyone in that situation, even a random stranger, so don't feel indebted."

Christina's face reddened with anger. She realized she meant no more to him than a random stranger. Just then, the door opened, and Irene, Harvey, and others entered. Irene said, "Christie, you're finally awake! It must have been so unbearable for you…"

Christina shook her head. "Mom, I'm fine now. It's thanks to Andrew's medical skills that I recovered so quickly."

Irene glanced dismissively at Andrew. "He hardly deserves credit for doing his basic job. On the other hand, Harvey has been so worried about you that he's losing sleep and appetite."

Harvey stepped forward with gentlemanly grace. "You flatter me, Mrs. Stevens. Christie is the love of my life. For her, I'd do more than just skip meals and sleep—I'd give my life without hesitation."

Irene was moved to tears. "Do you hear that, Christie? Where else could you find such a perfect man?"

Christina remained silent, giving Harvey a questioning look. Tony's words had left her with many doubts.