The Return Of His Unrivaled Ex-Wife (Joanna) novel Chapter 222

Chapter 222 

Joanna listened, her eyes turning red as she stared at Bruce with resentment and anger. 

Bruce sensed her anger but remained unaffected. He raised an eyebrow slightly, his gaze calm yet provoking. 

If she wanted to challenge him, he had plenty of ways to put her in her place. 

*I’ll count to 3. You should be right over for dinner! 

“You know, I always keep my word!” 

Joanna rolled her eyes, and tears welled up instantly. 

She had intended to stand her ground against him, but the moment she saw the children, she crumbled instantly. 

This damn jerk always knew how to exploit her vulnerabilities. 

Receiving no response from Joanna, Bruce began counting, “One” 

Joanna’s heart tightened, and she stared sharply at Bruce, filled with intensity. 

“Two…” Bruce’s tone grew more serious. 

“Three…” Bruce finished counting and stood up, heading towards the door. 

Seeing this, Joanna didn’t dare to argue further. She suppressed her anger and reluctantly walked toward the dining table. 

Her hair was disheveled, and her figure had become so thin, she was like a bag of bones. Even the smallest–sized clothes hung loosely on her. 

On the table, there was an assortment of nutritious dishes. 

Milk, sea cucumbers, codfish, and more, were all carefully prepared by top nutritionists. 

However, despite her two–day hunger, Joanna had no appetite. 

Joanna sat down at the table, feeling numb. 

Bruce sat across from her, his demeanor cold, as if interrogating a suspect, his gaze fixed on her. 

Though his face remained expressionless, his heart felt like it was being pricked by a needle. 

Back when he first met Joanna, although she was slim back then, she wasn’t as emaciated as she was now. 

At that time, she was radiant and healthy, her eyes bright and clear, always accompanied by a gentle smile. She was like a sunflower blooming under the sun, leaving an everlasting impression. 

But now, although still beautiful, she emitted a sense of sickness and desolation. 

Especially how thin she had become! Her limbs were so delicate that they seemed like they could snap with the slightest touch. 

“Drink this milk!” Bruce pushed a bowl of milk toward her. 

Joanna, like a young student, slowly picked up the spoon and took a sip. 

The milk was smooth and had an excellent texture when consumed. 

Unfortunately, she was experiencing severe morning sickness now. Combined with her depression, her digestive system no longer welcomed any disappointments. 

Joanna managed to take only one bite before feeling nauseous and retching. 

Having eaten nothing for the past two days, she only vomited stomach acid. Her stomach and esophagus burned. 

Bruce felt even more distressed witnessing her condition. 

He quickly came over to pat her back, his brow furrowed, and asked, “How did you end up like this?” 

Joanna remained silent, her eyes empty and bewildered. 

Ever since her mother’s passing at the tender age of 12, she had ceased to feel any love or warmth in this world. 

Once taken in by the Haynes family, she strived to blossom, excel, and win her father’s affection, longing for that elusive sense of familial love. 

Yet, in the end…. 

Their eyes met in silence, burdened by unspoken emotions. Bruce was also overwhelmed with distress, rendered speechless by the weight on his heart. 

It seemed as if fate itself toyed with them, their relationship destined to be a tragic tale from the very beginning. 

Oh, how desperately he yearned to love her, to be loved in return! 

How he wished to atone for the pain he had caused her in the past! However, her grandmother’s death, a consequence of their association, made forgiveness impossible–for both him and her. 

“I can’t eat anymore, please, don’t force me.” Joanna weakly protested. 

Angered, Bruce retorted, “You haven’t taken a bite. Are you trying to kill yourself?” 

Joanna couldn’t hold back the urge to retch, her stomach’s burning torment causing tears and mucus to cascade down her face as she curled up in agony. 

Bruce saw that she was in pain and didn’t dare to force her anymore. “Lilian, call the doctor immediately!” 

“Yes, sir!” Lilian answered obediently. 

Bruce stirred the milk with a spoon and personally fed it to Joanna’s mouth. “Can you have some more?” 

Joanna vomited even more! She couldn’t even see the milk. 

The burning sensation in her stomach made her tears and snot flow down her face. Her body arched like a bent shrimp! 

“Alright, alright, stop eating!” Bruce quickly put the spoon back. His heart was clenched! 

“Lie down, rest,” he urged gently, bending down to lift her in his arms. 

With no strength left to resist, Joanna weakly leaned against his shoulder as Bruce carefully laid her back on the bed, his troubled expression fixed upon her. 

This vexing woman always managed to bring him sorrow. 

Was she here to seek revenge? 

Why else would she pierce his heart so mercilessly? 

Fifteen minutes later, the family doctor rushed over. 

“Mr. Everett, how are you? Ms. Haynes, are you alright?” the doctor greeted them. 

Bruce furrowed his brow. “She has been experiencing constant sickness and can’t eat anything! Please check if there’s any treatment available!” 

Bruce watched attentively as the doctor examined Joanna, checking her pulse, listening to her heartbeat, and measuring her blood pressure. 

“She is suffering from severe malnutrition and intense anemia,” the doctor gravely informed him. 

“And?” Bruce raised an eyebrow. 

The doctor furrowed his brow, his expression serious. “Her health is in such a critical condition that I recommend… terminating the pregnancy!” 

“What?” Bruce’s eyebrows shot up in shock. 

The doctor furrowed his brow and said gravely, “Ms. Haynes’s health is in such a poor state that I suggest… terminating the pregnancy! 

“If the pregnancy continues, not only will it harm her, but it will also affect the fetus!” 

“Isn’t there any treatment available?” 

The doctor paused for a few seconds. “If you insist on having this child, Ms. Haynes must urgently replenish her nutrition! 

“And she must let go of all her work and focus on a healthy pregnancy! Especially during the first three months, it would be best if she stays in the hospital for the sake of the fetus! 

“Otherwise, as the pregnancy progresses, the risk of miscarriage will increase!” 

Bruce’s thick eyebrows furrowed deeply. His sharp eyes were filled with disappointment! 

Two days ago, he truly didn’t want this child! 

But now, the closer he felt to losing it, the more afraid he became! 

“For now, prescribe folic acid and pregnancy stabilizers. 

“As for morning sickness, it’s a common pregnancy symptom. It’s best to consume more fresh fruits and avoid medication. It will improve after a while!” 

Chapter 222 

Bruce took a sigh of relief. “Alright.” 

“And Ms. Haynes needs to pay attention to resting more. She shouldn’t exert herself anymore. It’s best to stay in bed and take proper rest.