Crossroads

Chapter 137

They slept through the afternoon until the sun dipped low on the horizon, casting a warm glow into the room.

The sharp rap of the maid’s knuckles on the door finally roused them from their slumber.

“Got it,” Stephanie muttered, her voice still heavy with sleep.

“Dinner is ready,” Sandra announced. “George and Mary are back, so everyone must dine together at the main house.”

“Dominick, wake up…”

She found it perplexing that he could sleep so deeply today, considering his usual early–morning vigor.

Shaking him gently, she suddenly noticed his skin felt warmer than usual, sparking a rush of concern. “Dominick, are you running a fever?” Her hand pressed against his forehead, her tone urgent.

He stirred awake promptly. “I’m fine,” he replied in a raspy voice.

Pushing her hand away gently, he sat up, preparing to leave the bed.

“You’ve been running a fever quite often lately…” Stephanie moved closer, wrapping her arms around his waist protectively.

Caught off guard by her embrace just after waking, Dominick looked at her with a mix of surprise and confusion.

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Turning to face her, he gave her a skeptical look before patting her head affectionately. “Blame it on your nagging,” he teased lightly.

However, Stephanie didn’t find it amusing; instead, worry creased her brow as she sensed him deflecting the seriousness of the situation.

“Dominick, seriously, when you’re sick, you need to see a doctor and take medication. It’s basic self–care. Don’t overexert yourself like last time, even with a high fever…

had already risen from the bed, adjusting his attire while Stephanie

he enveloped her in a brief embrace, guiding her out of the bedroom. With a sigh, he added, “Stephanie, you’re finally showing concern

him as they made their way to

Mary, and Hayley were already seated. Hayley greeted them warmly, while Yvonne sat demurely at the opposite end of the

their seats. Brad promptly gestured for

sorry,” Sandra apologized as she poured the soup,

from Sandra’s hand. “Let me do it. There’s

George Wellington, have some more.” Hayley

slight sound of acknowledgment but his face remained deeply

the other hand, seemed quite friendly with Hayley, gladly accepting the soup and casually inquiring. “Everything settled for

Chapter 137

from Serenburg?” George

the old man before politely replying, “Yes,” I’ve completed all the handovers at work. Barring any surprises, I’ll be focusing on my career here in the

smile grew brighter at her response. “Staying at home is a good decision. After all, you initially left to

meals.” George’s stern voice cut through their

table, occasionally stealing glances at Dominick beside her, who ate with the same expression he wore at

have any plans after

to keen bo

must come visit Wellington Villa often to

to drink coffee due to her pregnancy, simply passed through. Listening to the two women chatting and laughing, she couldn’t help but think if it weren’t for

offend her?‘ Stephanie

didn’t enjoy lingering in the

the

[I don’t want

the backyard garden, where the full moon hung high overhead, casting a serene glow that evoked a sense of reunion. However, despite the

pulled out her phone to pass

sent her a series of new messages on WhatsApp, mentioning that the company

about you today.