Chapter 99

The next day, Gwendolyn was up at dawn with dark circles under her eyes and a hint of redness that betrayed her lack of sleep. She helped Nicolette whip up a hearty breakfast before returning to wake Howard.

She found Howard already freshened up and ready to start the day.

“Mr. Chadwick, breakfast is ready. After we eat, I’ll take you to Mr. White’s place. He’s got a knack for medicine that puts me to shame,” she said with a half–smile.

Howard paused briefly, then nodded, “Sounds good.”

He maneuvered his wheelchair toward the dining room.

Gwendolyn fluffed the pillows and straightened the sheets, her hands stumbling upon a small box. With widened eyes, she inspected it only to quickly stash it back where she found it, pretending nothing had caught her attention.

“Gwen, darling, breakfast is getting cold!” Nicolette called out.

“Coming!” Gwendolyn replied, walking out the door to join Howard at the table. She sat down, pushing around her oatmeal and scrambled eggs with a side of bacon, clearly lost in thought.

Howard threw her a glance, sensing her evasive gaze and uneasy demeanor.

“I’m full. Mr. Chadwick, let’s head next door to Mr. White’s,” Gwendolyn said, grabbing a box of milk and some vitamins as she went out the door, Howard following in tow.

yard.

I’m back!” Gwendolyn called out cheerily, pushing

inside.

surprising agility. His gray beard and distinguished demeanor gave him an almost

gifts and setting them aside, his piercing

Howard, Gwendolyn’s husband,” Howard introduced himself with

was

I thought you could look at them,” Gwendolyn said with a hopeful smile. “It would mean a lot to us.”

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help me

him he instructed.

Gwendolyn

his expression softening as they were alone. “From the Chadwick family, eh? Deep waters

Howard said earnestly. “It was an accidental discovery,

eased further, “Don’t use Gwen for your ends. I’ve kept my Identity from het

nor will I disclose

your hand,” Enoch

replied, placing his hand

thorough examination, Enoch spoke, “The girl’s treatment plan wasn’t wrong. It’s just that her acupuncture technique needs refining. I’ll take over for the next fortnight, and she can

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