Chapter 588

Lysander also sighed. "Tonight's events are very unfavorable. Who knew Patrick would suddenly see through Winnie. If these hair follicles are not present, Winnie's suffering will be in vain!"

Winnie comforted him, "Regardless of whether we can conduct a paternity test or not, these two strands of hair will make Patrick wary of me. He shouldn't dare to lay a hand on my dad easily."

"But if you can't produce a paternity test at that time, Patrick will eventually find out," Olivia said, her tone filled with pessimism.

Just then, a figure strode outside the ward. "Ms. Anderson!" Bryan's cough was abrupt and cold.

As Winnie and Olivia prepared to leave the hospital, they spotted Bryan. Winnie's eyes flickered with surprise at his presence. Bryan scanned the room, his gaze skipping over Rock. His expression softened as he waited for Winnie to approach.

Once she stood before him, Bryan wasted no time or words. He simply handed over the transparent evidence bag to Winnie.

"Bryan, what is this?" Olivia's voice cut through the air as she stared at the small bag.

Winnie had already noticed the contents: several black and white short hairs nestled within. She gasped softly, slowly lifting her gaze to meet Bryan's. "Bryan, is this Patrick's hair?"

Bryan arched an eyebrow, his demeanor impassive, perhaps still mired in an atmosphere where Ms. Anderson's gratitude toward Mr. Rodriguez was lacking.

He sighed, his tone icy. "Ms. Anderson, you should be grateful to Mr. Rodriguez for these hairs." With that, Bryan turned and left.

Winnie's eyes flickered with emotion. She slowly clenched the bag in her hand.

Olivia took a deep breath and said, "This was brought by Lawrence for you! No wonder when Lawrence walked out of your room earlier, he went to find Patrick! Oh my, this guy, you have no idea how badly I scolded him tonight. His behavior is truly puzzling."

Olivia's words echoed in Winnie's mind, leaving her feeling conflicted. She hadn't expected that after Lawrence rescued her, he would also help her get Patrick's hair. By doing so, he had completely offended Patrick, putting himself on the opposite side. It also meant disrespecting Ishara.

Lawrence's attitude was crucial regarding the Blanchet family company, usurped by the father-daughter duo; his actions represented the Rodriguez family.

But he shouldn't still be willing to help her. He should hate her, hate her to death.

"Is Lawrence really hating you, or secretly helping you? I can't figure him out," Olivia pouted, especially pleased. "With these hairs, the paternity test for Patrick can definitely be done, and you can counter that power-hungry father-daughter duo! Quickly put them away."

"Winnie, I've taken care of the payment procedures," Rock's voice echoed from the corridor. He held medication in his hand and asked with concern, "How are you feeling now?"

"After gastric lavage, I'm basically fine," Winnie replied as she packed up, shaking her head. "I don't need to stay in the hospital. Let's go home."

"I'll drive you and Ms. Smith!" Rock offered, taking her bag and holding her wrist as they walked out.

Rock escorted her all the way to the Dazzling Estate villa. After they got out of the car, Winnie glanced at the time, her pale lips slightly curved. "Rock, it's late. Thank you for helping me all day today. Go back and rest early. I know you have a lot to do with the Harrington Group relocation company."

Rock looked guilty as he approached Winnie and gazed down at her beautiful face under the light. He gently touched her, feeling deeply remorseful. "Winnie, I'm sorry I couldn't save you tonight. But I'd rather be the one hurt. Seeing you suffer from alcohol poisoning pains me greatly. Soon, I'll have my own power, and I know you don't want to be saved by Lawrence. By then, no one will dare to bully you. Even Patrick, I will help you get rid of him, soon."

Olivia listened from a distance; her face cold.

Winnie, unaware of the situation, felt nothing but comfort Rock, saying, "You don't need to apologize, Rock. This mess is my own, and I can't view your help as an obligation. Everyone has their strengths and weaknesses."

Though she intended to reassure him, her last words unwittingly stung Rock.

Ultimately, she inadvertently implied that his abilities and wealth were inferior to Lawrence's. Lawrence dared to offend Patrick, something Rock couldn't do, at least not yet!

Lawrence had saved her, even kissed her in the room, while Rock could only silently endure.

Repeatedly, He reminded himself that Lawrence would eventually fall, and he wouldn't have to wait too long.

Clutching his fists, Rock suppressed his hatred, and smiled, saying, "Thank you for your understanding, Winnie. When we get married, you will live under my protection, and I will ensure your happiness."

Winnie smiled gently and urged him, "Be careful on the way."

After they entered the Dazzling Estate villa, Olivia saw that the nanny had already put Sidney and Mia to sleep.

Olivia helped Winnie prepare the bath, took out the pills, and said, "Take a bath and wait for me in the room. I have something to tell you."

Winnie glanced at her and nodded.

After Winnie finished her bath, she placed Patrick's hair on the desk, contacted the paternity testing agency, and planned to send the sample tomorrow.

At the same time, Winnie took photos for record-keeping.

As Olivia entered the room, Winnie's face appeared even smaller, delicate, and fair under the soft light. The radiant glow accentuated her beautiful features, giving her an aura of cold resilience, coupled with an innate stubbornness. Having witnessed her endure so much, Olivia knew she possessed her own set of convictions.

Nevertheless, Olivia sighed softly, approaching and tilting her head. "Winnie, have you truly considered marrying Rock?"

The topic caught Winnie off guard. Her eyes, partially obscured by strands of hair, shimmered slightly as she replied, "Olivia, marriage isn't that difficult. It's just a piece of paper. If a piece of paper can solve many problems, then I will definitely get married."

"I sense that your desire to marry Rock extends beyond pure love. It seems you're facing some challenges, including Lawrence. I can see your eagerness to sever ties with him entirely, to compel him to relent. But Rock, I realized tonight, may not be as admirable as I once thought," Olivia said, her expression troubled.

Winnie smiled helplessly. "You've been his supporter, always saying he's good and silently helping me for so many years."

Olivia continued, "But it's also possible that it's just a facade he's putting up to win you over. I admit, three years ago when you escaped from Darcy, he was a big help, and he loved you then. But tonight, I sensed that maybe in Rock's heart, power isn't as important. He hesitated a lot tonight, saying he couldn't help you! I just feel like this person isn't as reliable as I thought. Winnie, think about it again. I feel like Rock really hates Lawrence. I don't want to see you hurt by Rock in the end."

Winnie furrowed her brow.