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Chapter 157

Outside the room, Jameson called out, “Howard, you awake? I need to talk to you?

Howard opened the door and saw him standing there. “Gwendolyn’s asleep. Let’s talk outside,” he said, closing the door gently behind him.

Jameson looked pale and asked hesitantly, “How’s her injury?”

“Just spit it out,” Howard said, his expression detached and his voice low.

“Look, Howard, Jameson began, his voice heavy with concern, “Tve been thinking about your grandfather…”

“He’s not my grandfather anymore.” Howard cut in, seeing through it all. “I know you’ve been visiting the hospital a lot. If you want to honor your duties, that’s your business.”

Jameson rubbed his hands together nervously. “Warren is old and in pain. He’s been discharged tonight, and Jarvis only cares about his

shares.”

Cleaning his tears, Jameson continued, “Howard, he is… after all, my father. The harsh treatment we received was partly because my birth led to my mother’s death in childbirth. If you have to blame someone, blame me.”

natured and

now you’re planning to ask Gwendolyn to heal him? She’s got a soft heart. Don’t exploit her kindness.”

she had every right to refuse them outright. But if Jameson asked, she would

fulfilling your filial duties, but leave Gwendolyn

got a loyal heart.

“Dad!”

late. I have Cliff drive you home.”

Howard’s resolute face, filled with disappointment.

Pleading was futile.

door. Howard was right.

said, “Til

the internet

leaving apologies in their wake. Many of her patients came forward

of the Health Association was suspended, and

exposed, and his family was lambasted.

marrying into wealth. Her interview

such a talented daughter, Gemma

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