Chapter 46
condidur help but feel a pang of confusion. Asilil Jos
illy be sick? he thought, recalling her strange behavior earlier. Something didn’t sar nicht sich hum. He had planned to go over and ask her aliveetly, but Donninic’s situation was more ligent, so he decided to check on him first and speak to Joanna later
Meanwhile, Joanna had the unsettling feeling that someone was watching her. She looked around, but there was no one in sight. I must be umaguming things, she reassured herself.
concit was Jaanu’s turn for her checkup
Meanwhile, Howell quickly made his way to the VIP wand. When he arrived, he found Dominic lying in bed, looking pale. Howell rushed over “Grandfather, how are you feeling“”
Dominic heard the commotion, opened his eyes, and saw Howell standing there. He groaned, clearly irritated. “Still alive, obviously. What took you so long?”
With that, he shut his eyes again, not even bothering to hide his disdain,
ng with a child.
Howell let out a helpless chuckle, looking at Dominic with a sense of frustration. He couldn’t help but feel as though he were dealing “As soon as I heard you weren’t feeling well, I rushed over. What else was I supposed to do?”
“Done try to fool me. Every day, I see your nonsense splashed all over the news. It’s enough to give anyone a headache!” Dominic took the opportunity to bring up old gnevances.
Actually, what Dominic was really worried about wasn’t the news. It was joanna–what if she ran off? Howell had no clue what was going on
g on in his head.
Howell sighed “Grandfather, you know all that stuff is fabricated. Why do you even bother with those useless headlines?”
Dominic shorted “There’s no smoke without fire. If you were living your life right, no one would have any reason to take those photos. What do you think Jounna would say if she saw them?”
Howell, taken aback, couldn’t help but wonder. Why was Dominic focusing on this now of all times? It felt like he was being scolded instead of
“Grandfather, Joanna
upert She knows it a all fake,” Howell explained, though deep down, he secretly wished Joanna would explode in anger. But in reality, the woman was living her best life, carefree, hanging out with Philip one moment, Donald the next
Why did she always go for men with the last name Howell? Howell gritted his teeth. That thought alone set him off. He hadn’t even confronted Joantuu yet about her behavior, but it felt like he was already suffocating under the weight of it all.
“We re not divorced yet, but I already feel like a fool,” Howell fumed inwardly.
Ikumine gave him a knowing look. “Stop trying to food ane, boy
Just then the doctor entered, and Howell quickly asked about Dominic’s condition
“Dominar still preds further tears. It could be a heart issue. He needs to stay calm and not get too worked up, the doctor explained carefully.
Howell nodded. He knew better than to push his grandfather–Dominic’s temper couldn’t handle any stress,
As the doctor left. Howells mind turned back to Joanna She was the one who truly cared about Dominic, after all. So, he decided to call her.
Joanna had just bunlard her ultrasound and was about to leave when she saw Howell’s name on her phone. She immediately considered hanging up bai then thought, Why would he be calling so early! There must be something important”
Altoont insum tively, she wondered. Could it be about Grandfather?
Joanna quickly answered, her voice as talin as ever. “What’s up!*
“He’s sick. He’s in the hospital”
well’s deep voice same through, carrying a heaviness that joanna wasn’t used to hearing.
“What? Which hospital? Joanna asked, her heart skipping a beat-
When Howell mentioned the hospital’s name, Joanna paused. What a coincidence! It was the same place she was having her prenatal checkup. Hui
ude urine—it was a private, lugli nd hospital that many wealthy people frequented.
Joanna had chosen this place because of its discretion and low patient volume, which made it ideal for her own privacy
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T’ll be there right away,” she replied, already feeling her heart race. She had post. rline and took the elevator up to the VIP want
Steverything was line. Relieved, she left the
have seen the, could he?
“So, I wasn’t imagining things earlier. Howell trally was here: She couldn’t help but feel a twinge of anxiety. He couldn’t li She had to be careful. She couldn’t afford for Howell in discover her secret.
When Joanna reshed the VII‘ ward, she walked straight to Dominic’s bedside, “Grandfather, how are you feeling now?”
Hearing her voice, Dominic’s demeanor instantly lightened. He sat up slightly. “I’m fine, just a routine check–up. Did Howell tell you?”
Joanna smiled softly. “Yes, he did. But you need to cooperate with the doctors. Is there anything you’d like to eat! I’ll go grab something for you.” Dominis, grinned like a child, “You’re always so thoughtful, Joanna. I could really go for some oatmeal… and don’t put any vegetables in it.”
Joanna chuckled, teasing, “Grandfather, you can’t keep avoiding your vegetables. They’re good for you.”
The simile that spread across her face was enough to leave Howell speechless. Every time he saw Joanna, he noticed something different about her. What is it with this woman? He couldn’t take his eyes off her.
“Alright, just a litle bit, Dominic relented, still bargaining like a mischievous child.
Seeing the two of them interact so comfortably made Howell feel warm inside. It was clear; no one had the same effect on Dominic that Joanna did. Even I can’t make him act this way.
“Alright, Til cook it for you. You just need to rest and follow i
“Alright,” Dominic agreed, smiling
the doctor’s instructions, okay? I’ll bring it to you at lunch.” Joanna reassured him.
He thought to himself, Girls are so much easier to deal with. If I had to put up with Howell’s
s nonsense, I’d be on the verge of a meltdown. Howell, relieved that his grandfather was in good spirits, sighed in quiet relief. He knew Dominic’s temperament wasn’t easy to deal with, and today had been no exception.
But soon, as predicted, Dominic found a way to bring Howell into the conversation,
“By the way, Howell, you’re here. You might as well get a check–up while you’re at it. It’s easy here, and no one will know if you go for a consultation at the andrology department”
The words hung in the air, and Joanna’s e
is eyes sparkled with barely–comained amusement.
Howell’s face immediately darkened. “Grandfather, what nonsense are you talking about? I’m fine, no need for any check–up. You just
own health”
“Damn it” Howell thought to himself. Does she know about t
think I need to see a specialiu?”
“Don’t run from the truth, Howell, Dominic replied with surprising seriousness. “Avoiding the problem won’t solve anything”
M
ut focus on your
Howell was defeated. Seeing the smirk on Joanna’s face made him feel like he had just lost a battle. Without a word, he grabbed her by the arm and started walking out.
He thought, “This woman really needs to be put in her place:
