Chapter 1401

He went to Shaun's room, a place he'd never visited before. After all, Shaun didn't remember him or their shared past. What was the point?

Peering through the glass panel, he saw Shaun engrossed in a video game. Shaun's bodyguard sat beside him, equally captivated by the screen.

Finally, Lowell knocked. The bodyguard rose, eyeing the door cautiously.

"Who is it? It's late! Are you guys trying to check on me every five minutes?" Shaun demanded impatiently.

When the door opened, Lowell entered, his gaze falling on Shaun.

"Shaun, you never used to play video games."

"What?" Shaun paused, turning toward Lowell with a frown. The distraction cost him the game, and his annoyance flared. "Who the hell are you? Do you realize you just made me lose?" he snapped, glaring.

Lowell ignored the hostility. "It's me, Lowell Ruiz. You used to treat me like your little brother."

Shaun squinted, confused. After a moment, he asked, "Like a little brother? Why would I do that?"

Lowell offered a faint smile. "Our families have been close for years. You used to look after me when I was a kid."

Shaun's patience was wearing thin. "Look, just get to the point. I don't remember you, and I don't have time for small talk."

Lowell hesitated. "My sister, Dolores… You were childhood sweethearts. She was in a car accident. She's awake now, and she's asking for you."

Shaun's brows furrowed. "Why me? Shouldn't she be asking for her parents? What makes her think seeing me will fix anything?"

Lowell's voice softened. "She cares about you deeply. Seeing you would mean a lot to her."

Shaun gave a bitter laugh. "Are you serious? Have you lost your mind?"

Lowell blinked, taken aback by Shaun's reaction. Shaun leaned back, exasperated.

"Let me spell it out for you. I'm married. I will bring my wife home as soon as I leave here."

Lowell froze. "Married?" he repeated, stunned.

"Yeah, married. Shouldn't you already know that? Didn't I invite you to the wedding?" Shaun asked.

Lowell's expression faltered, but he quickly nodded, masking his shock. "Of course… I remember now. I was there."