Neil’s mouth twisted into a mocking grin, his eyes cold.

“Really? My assistant said you’ve been home since you came back this morning. Is that your idea of getting medicine?”

Katelyn’s eyes grew wide with shock as she looked at him.

“You had someone tail me?”

“Your actions have been questionable ever since Grandma got hospitalized!” Neil’s tone was cold, his look sharp, as if he could see through Katelyn’s facade. “If you really cared about Grandma, you’d be with her, not vanishing and misleading me! Grandma would feel disappointed if she knew.”

Katelyn burst into laughter. She crossed her arms and stared defiantly at Neil, her eyes shimmering with scorn.

“I prove my care for Grandma with what I do, not merely with words. I’ve been searching for medicine these last few days. Believe it or not.” She clenched her fists tightly. Neil’s presence was becoming more exasperating. He could doubt many things, but not her devotion to Carol. Discover more novels at find~novel~net

“Going forward, we’ll take turns looking after her to make sure she’s not left alone again. Also, I don’t wish to see you again!” With that, Katelyn turned and strode off.

But before she could reach the end of the corridor, an urgent voice from behind her called out, “Wait.”

Something Deceptive About…

Katelyn was initially puzzled as she turned her head, only to find Mabel standing there. Mabel’s demeanor had shifted considerably from her distant attitude previously. Now, she was markedly more courteous. Her tone was exceptionally gentle.

“Katelyn, I haven’t had a chance to catch Dr. Hades. How is Carol’s health improving?”

Katelyn regarded Mabel with a hint of suspicion, not fully grasping her intentions but responding politely, “Her condition is stable for now, but she still requires one final surgery.”

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Mabel nodded earnestly, her eyes wide with what seemed like reverence.

“Katelyn, it’s all thanks to you for securing the renowned healer for Carol. Could you perhaps ask her to check on Neil’s legs as well? He’s so young; he can’t be confined to a wheelchair forever.”

Katelyn immediately grasped Mabel’s true motive. Despite the overly polite facade, Katelyn felt disoriented, recalling how Mabel had previously been particularly aloof towards her. Mabel had neither shown open warmth nor outright disdain, only treating Katelyn as if she were invisible. No matter Katelyn’s efforts, she never managed to garner even a passing acknowledgment from Mabel.

However, now that Mabel knew of Katelyn’s connection with Hades, her attitude had softened significantly. This shift led Katelyn to realize that the treatment she received was largely influenced by the benefits she could offer.

A flicker of insight crossed Katelyn’s expression as she replied softly, “I’ll need to discuss this matter directly with her. I’m not sure if she can or is willing to help him.”

Mabel glanced around to ensure privacy before stepping closer with a warm smile.

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