Lise’s face went pale. She frantically tried to explain, saying, “Mrs. Wheeler, I was just worried about your health and wanted to help you.”
Inside, she wished for Carol to disappear, feeling like Carol’s awakening only brought her trouble. If she had known it would end up like this, Lise would have secretly poisoned Carol. Find the newest release on ?ovelFind.net
Carol let out a scornful snort.
“I know exactly what plans you’re cooking up. Don’t think I’m clueless just because my grandson is.”
Neil, who was on the phone nearby, looked uneasy. His calls never got through. Katelyn had clearly blocked his number. Looking at Lise’s sad expression, he felt a headache coming on and rubbed his temples.
“Grandma, you’re being unfair to Lise. She’s been here for you these last few days.”
Carol wasn’t convinced and replied, “Isn’t she just acting for your sake? If it weren’t for you, she’d probably want me gone.”
Lise felt the sting of those words and nearly choked on her own spit. Could her true feelings be so obvious?
Katelyn’s lips turned up slightly as she said gently, “Mrs. Wheeler, you’ve just woken up and are still weak. Don’t get too worked up. I’ll go call Katelyn now.”
“Okay.”
Once she left the ward, Katelyn hurried to the dressing room, took off her mask and white robe, and then returned. Neil looked at her with a suspicious gaze.
Suspicion clouded Neil’s gaze.
“Did you take a flight to get here?” Katelyn arrived almost right after Hades’ departure. How did she get here so quickly?
Katelyn walked past Neil without acknowledging him, her irritation with him clear on her face. She quickly moved to Carol’s side, her eyes reflecting concern.
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“Grandma, you’re awake at last. How are you? Any discomfort?”
Carol’s stern features melted into a gentle smile upon seeing Katelyn.
“Your presence alone makes me feel much better.”
A soft smile touched Katelyn’s lips.
“Hades has secured the Spring Snow Herb. A little more rest and you’ll be fit for the surgery. Soon, you’ll recover and always be by my side.”
Carol regarded Katelyn with a tender yet complex look, gently patting her hand.
“My dear, you’ve been so dedicated. You look thinner.”
A look of sorrow filled Carol’s eyes. She was puzzled over Katelyn’s connection with Hades, but noticing how much weight Katelyn had lost since the birthday party saddened Carol. Katelyn’s face looked nearly gaunt.
Katelyn shook her head gently, her eyes crinkling with a smile.
“As long as it helps you recover, it’s worth it.”
The bond between Katelyn and Carol was warm, reminiscent of a real familial relationship. In stark contrast stood Neil, biologically related but emotionally distant, feeling excluded.
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