After Drifting and Drowning, My Husband Chose to Save His First Love

On my birthday, my husband and I planned to go rafting together.

But unexpectedly, the reservoir on the mountain suddenly released water, causing our boat to overturn.

I struggled desperately in the water, and Callum Cook immediately came to my rescue.

However, as he swam toward me, I heard another cry for help not far away.

Ignoring my outstretched hand, he turned without hesitation and swam toward the other person.

In the final moment before I was swept away by the current, all I could see was him holding that person and comforting her softly.

He said, "It's okay, Lily. I'm here."

Lilly Walker was his unforgettable first love.

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The staff handed me protective gear and seriously warned me, "There are no safety measures for this rafting trip. Please be extra cautious."

Callum carefully helped me secure my life jacket and kissed my forehead gently. "Don't be scared. I'm here with you."

Blushing, I hid in his arms, while those around us couldn't help but chuckle softly.

They said, "You two are so in love."

The heat on my face lingered for a long time.

Callum held my hand as we boarded the raft, and soon we were carried downstream.

Surrounded by towering mountains, the water was swift but still manageable.

We didn't encounter anyone else along the way, so I splashed some water at him.

"Callum, the water is so cold," I said.

He was just about to reply when suddenly, the water surged, almost forming a waterfall at the drop-off.

The boat was continuously hit by the spray, and I struggled to steady myself but still felt on the verge of falling over.

Callum shouted with difficulty, "The reservoir on the mountain has suddenly opened its floodgates!"

Water poured into my ears, making it nearly impossible to hear his voice.

I screamed, "Callum!"

The boat crashed against a rock, and I was thrown into the water.

The rushing current overwhelmed me, threatening to drown me.

Clinging desperately to the buoyancy of my life jacket, I struggled, but the water kept pulling me deeper.

Callum immediately jumped into the water. He had once been a member of the national swimming team, so even in such a situation, he remained calm.

Weakly, I waved my hands and grabbed onto some wild grass at the shore.

Water dripped down my eyelashes, blurring my vision, but I could see Callum getting closer.

I shouted, "Callum!"

Using my last bit of strength, I reached out to him, but suddenly, another cry for help rang in my ears.

"Help! Help!"

Callum froze and then swam toward that person without hesitation.

Though I was only a step away from him, I couldn't grasp his hand.

My consciousness began to fade as water filled my mouth and nose. In my last moment of awareness, I saw him cradling that person in his arms, comforting her softly.

He said, "Lily, don't be afraid. I'm here."

My mind went blank. Those words struck me heavily in the heart. Lily was his unforgettable first love.

The grass I was holding onto finally broke under the strain, and I was submerged, losing consciousness.

When I woke up again, I found myself lying in a hospital bed.

The sharp smell of disinfectant filled my nose, almost making me choke.

My throat was burning. I tried to speak, but no sound came out.

A nurse nearby heard me stirring and walked over. "You're awake?"

She bent down to remove the IV from my arm. "You've been unconscious for a day and a night."

The nurse told me to rest and went to call the doctor.

Soon, a female doctor entered. She looked at me with pity in her eyes. "You were in the water for too long. The baby couldn't be saved."

My heart sank, and I couldn't help but cough, a metallic taste rising in my throat.

"What, baby?" I muttered.

Her face filled with sympathy. "You were already one month pregnant."

She hesitated before continuing, "And because you had a previous miscarriage, the lining of your uterus was already fragile, so...

"It's very likely that you won't be able to conceive again."

It felt like I had been struck by lightning. I shook my head in disbelief. "No..."

Tears fell unconsciously. I struggled to sit up, looking at her. "You're lying to me, aren't you?"

The doctor lowered her eyes. "I'm so sorry."

I felt all the strength drain from my body and collapsed onto the floor.

She came over and helped me up. "The police contacted your husband, but for some reason, he hasn't come."

Tears fell onto the corner of my mouth, leaving a salty taste.

I closed my eyes, shivering all over. "Please, I want to be alone."

My voice was choked, almost incomprehensible. When I was finally alone, I pulled the blanket over myself, biting my fingers hard.

But the sobs still escaped through the gaps.