Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband (Lily and Ryan) novel Chapter 67

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Ethan had just stepped out of his room when he saw a figure stumbling in the hallway. His eyes widened as he recognized Lily, barely able to stand, her body trembling. He rushed forward, catching her just before she could fall. 

Her soft wince of pain struck a chord deep within him. Holding her steady, he gripped her arms gently but firmly. “Lily, what’s wrong? Are you okay?” 

Hearing his familiar voice, Lily’s tension eased slightly. She grasped his arms for support, her body leaning into him. “Ethan… it’s you….” she murmured weakly. 

“Lily, you’re pale and sweating. What happened?” he asked, his concerned gaze scanning her face. “Are you hurt? Should I call a doctor? You were at the dinner banquet with Mia–where is she?” 

Lily tried to speak, but her words came out fragmented, her voice trembling from the pain. “D–dinner…. banquet juice… drugged… hot… pain. 

Understanding dawned on Ethan, and his expression darkened. Without another word, he carefully took her hand and led her into his room. Closing the door behind them, he brought her straight to the bathroom. Tuming on the shower, he adjusted the water to a cold stream and helped her step inside. 

“This should help.” he said quietly, his voice tight with restrained 

anger. 

Lily nodded weakly, standing under the cold water as it cascaded over her trembling body. Her breaths came in short gasps, but the chill offered some relief from the heat that felt like it was consuming her. 

Watching her in such a state ignited a fiery rage within Ethan. His jaw tightened, and his fists clenched at his sides. Silently, he turned and stepped out of the bathroom, leaving her to recover in privacy. 

Leaning against the wall outside, he pulled out his phone and quickly typed a message to Mia, letting her know where Lily was. With that done, he stood guard by the bathroom door, his protective instincts kicking in. “Lily,” he called out, “do you need a doctor? Say the word, and I’ll get someone here immediately.” 

“No…” came her strained reply, her voice weak but resolute. 

Inside the bathroom, Lily struggled to steady herself. The cold water ran down her body, but it felt like little more than a fleeting relief. The drug’s effects were relentless, and the pain seemed to intensify. Her trembling fingers fumbled with the zipper of her gown. As she slipped out of the suffocating fabric, she bit down on her lip to suppress a cry of discomfort. 

Meanwhile, back in the banquet hall, the guests remained blissfully unaware of the unfolding chaos. Laughter and chatter filled the room as people mingled, their attention focused on Director Young, who was preparing to cut his birthday cake. 

Mia, however, couldn’t shake the gnawing worry in her chest. She hadn’t seen Lily in a while, and her absence was unsettling. Her phone buzzed, pulling her out of her thoughts. As she read the message, her face paled. Her hands tightened around the device, and her eyes darted to Rose, who stood across the room, chatting animatedly with an investor. 

Clenching her fists, Mia shot a sharp glare at Rose. This can’t be a coincidence, she thought, fury simmering beneath her calm exterior, 

The celebratory atmosphere was suddenly interrupted by a commotion at the entrance. A cacophony of hurried footsteps and raised voices drew everyone’s attention. A group of reporters burst into the hall, cameras at the ready their eynressions paper with anticination 

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Guests exchanged puzzled glances as the reporters pushed through the crowd. Amidst the chaos, a nervous waiter hurried into the hall, only to be stopped by Director Young. 

“What’s going on here?” Director Van demanded, hist 

firm and authoritative. 

The waiter hesitated, glancing nervously at the crowd before speaking in a low voice. “S–sir, there’s a rumor… An actress from your film is inside a room… with some investors. The reporters heard about it and came to catch them… in the act.” 

Gasps of disbelief rippled through the hall. Whispers spread like wildfire as the shocking news left everyone stunned. 

Everybody gasped. 

“What?” 

“Rubbish!” Director Young bellowed, turning to the waiter with a glare that could cut glass. “Who spread this fake rumor? Call your manager! I want to talk to him right now. This is a private party. How did reporters even find out about this?” 

The waiter, flustered and pale, stammered out a response, but Director Young’s fury left no room for 

excuses. 

“Who is spreading this nonsense?” he barked again. “Call your manager! I demand an explanation!” 

The once–lively banquet hall descended into a tense silence. The guests exchanged uneasy glances before their whispers broke the quiet like cracks in glass. 

“Do these people have no shame?” 

“Yeah, ruining a perfectly good banquet. The manager better explain this!” 

“Who could spread such a malicious rumor? Wait… isn’t Lily missing?” 

“Hush!” someone hissed. “Do you even know what you’re implying? How could Lily be involved in such a scandal? Do you know who she is?” 

Despite the murmurs, every word reached every ear. The whispers became an invisible storm, growing louder with doubt and speculation. No matter her reputation, once a rumor began, it spread like wildfire. 

Morgan’s face darkened as he glared at those speaking ill of Lily. His fists clenched. Though he didn’t love her, she was his golden bird–his ticket to prestige. He couldn’t afford to let her reputation crumble, let alone his own. 

“Miss Mia,” Rose asked anxiously, “where’s my sister? Did something happen to her?” 

Mia sneered inwardly, her heart brimming with satisfaction. Outwardly, she gave a calm, reassuring smile. 

“Miss Rose, you needn’t worry,” she said sweetly. “Lily wasn’t feeling well, so she left early.” 

“Really?” Rose pressed, searching Mia’s face. 

Mia raised an eyebrow. “Does Miss Rose not believe me?” 

Rose shook her head quickly. “No, no, I believe you. If she went home, then it’s fine. I was just worried.” She sighed, a wave of relief washing over her features.