Chapter 1

My best friend Genevieve invited me to go mountain climbing, but to our shock, we were caught in an avalanche.

I risked my life for Genevieve and ended up losing my sight.

Out of the blue, my childhood friend Vaughn proposed to me, vowing to care for me forever.

I believed it was a sign of love until I overheard a conversation between Vaughn and Genevieve.

"Vaughn, it's my fault. If I hadn't insisted on playing in that snowy area, the avalanche wouldn't have happened, and Mia wouldn't have been hit by the debris."

"And you wouldn't have rushed to get me to the hospital, causing her blindness."

"Genevieve, don't feel guilty about her."

"Isn't this because she loves extreme challenges and wanted to climb the snowy mountain?"

"I've agreed to marry her. That's the biggest compensation I can offer."

Was all this really my own doing?

But he doesn't know I have a terminal illness and won't live long...

In the hospital room, I heard Vaughn and Genevieve's voices.

Genevieve's voice was sweet, "Vaughn, you're so kind, but what if Mia finds out?"

"Her mom is the CEO of Hahn Corporation, while my mom is merely a servant in their house. If her mom finds out, she'll kill me!"

Vaughn replied calmly, stroking her forehead, "Don't worry, I told her mom I'm taking her on a trip."

"She won't know. Besides, Mia has already fallen out with her mom."

"She willingly gave up her inheritance to work as a nanny in my house for me. How could she dare to contact her mom?"

"And I should thank her mom! Thanks to her investment, my company was revived, and she sent many clients my way. Yet, Mia, that fool, still knows nothing."

Outside the door, my legs went weak, and tears silently fell.

In one night, the two people I loved most betrayed me.

Just hours ago, Vaughn had proposed to me, promising to protect me for life.

It seems all this was just his ulterior motive, and I naively thought he was finally moved by me.

A few days ago, Genevieve accompanied me for a check-up, and the usually healthy me was suddenly diagnosed with end-stage renal disease, with only five months left.

Genevieve felt sorry for me and suggested planning a unique farewell trip.

I took her advice and decided to climb the snowy mountain.

"Be careful, everyone. Don't climb that steep slope; it could trigger an avalanche."

Years of adventure experience told me that the steep slope was dangerous.

I kindly warned them, but Genevieve insisted on going up, and Vaughn let her.

The snow started to slide. Realizing the danger, I rushed and pulled them to safety.

The avalanche hit. Without regard for my own life, I shielded Genevieve.

Before passing out, I saw Vaughn's panicked expression. He tightly hugged the unconscious Genevieve, crying for help, and didn't even notice me being buried worse nearby.

With all my remaining strength, I screamed for Vaughn's help.

All I got was his cold response: "Genevieve is more seriously injured. I'll save her first. The rescue team will come for you soon."

He carried Genevieve away, leaving me buried for hours, blood streaming from my forehead. I heavily passed out.

Little did I know that was the last time I would see him. If I had received timely treatment, my eyes might not have gone blind.

Supporting myself against the wall, I hurriedly stood up, only to fall into a warm embrace.

A familiar scent wafted over—unique to Genevieve!

"Mia, are you okay? Why are you here?" Vaughn's voice was gentle and caring. If I didn't know the truth, I might have believed he loved me.

"Don't worry. I've contacted a doctor to find a suitable cornea for you. You'll recover soon!"

"Once you do, we'll get married, and you'll see the fairytale wedding I've prepared for you."

But I won't make it. The avalanche took a toll on my body, and I don't have much time left.

If you knew I wouldn't live long, would you feel sorry for me?

Maybe once, but now your eyes are only for Genevieve.

I pushed away from Vaughn's embrace, speaking softly, "Okay, I want to return to the hospital room to rest."