Crossroads

Chapter 18

George glanced at her nonchalantly, seemingly unconcerned that she had overheard the conversation

He advised with an authoritative voice, “Try to minimize exposure to electronic radiation while you’re pregnant.” Saying this, he looked toward the smartphone that had fallen to the floor.

Stephanie huntedly picked up the phone, replying, “Understood.”

“Mrs. Wellington, the Christmas is approaching, so we’ve scheduled your wedding with Mr. Wellington for after the holidays. It’ll be a small ceremony. just close family, considering the pregnancy. We’ll throw a bigger bash for the baby’s one month celebration later,” Brad explained the wedding plans to

her.

“Okay”

Stephanie had no objections. She figured she’d be long gone from Wellington Villa by the time the baby arrived.

However, with Christmas nearing, Stephanie remembered something else. Her aunt might have already returned to the apartment.

–

“About your aunt… George seemed to guess her thoughts and spoke in a grave tone, scrutinizing her

“Your aunt, Diana Clark, has congenital heart disease. We’ve already contacted the hospital and are actively searching for a suitable donor…”

froze upon hearing this,

years. She could do nothing but helplessly watch the one of her

her voice

could really save her aunt’s life,

the end of the sofa, and cautiously asked, “Grandpa, may I

her for a long while

her.

didn’t respond,

restrict your freedom, Brad said

gestured to a maid at the door, instructing

shot Brad a grateful look. “I’ll leave now, Grandpa,” she said to

careful steps, she followed the maid,

I really look that

the door, George spoke in a deep voice, slightly annoyed. “Why is

chuckle, “Mr. George Wellington, everyone’s afraid of you. Everyone except Mr. Wellington,

a tinge of fear. Stephanie was just a young woman, and

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had

you seem

George’s face showed mixed emotions as he scowled. “I just think this Stephanin is