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.

ra

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 continued to

the bedroom. With a sigh, he added, “Stephanie, you’re finally showing concern for me. It’s

him as they made

the main house, George, Mary, and Hayley were already seated. Hayley greeted them warmly, while Yvonne sat demurely at

they both took their seats. Brad promptly gestured for the

as she poured the soup, her right hand trembling slightly,

ladle from Sandra’s hand. “Let me do it. There’s no need to be too formal among family,”

more.” Hayley personally served him a bowl of

acknowledgment but

Hayley, gladly accepting the soup and casually inquiring. “Everything settled for your move back to Havencrest

Chapter 137

you’re being transferred to Havencrest from Serenburg?” George suddenly looked

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

work during meals.” George’s

down her enthusiasm, quietly focusing on her meal. Meanwhile, Stephanie didn’t dare utter a word at the table, occasionally

have any

to keen bo

must come visit Wellington Villa often to keep her company. Otherwise, with her temperament, she might struggle to make

they moved to the living room for coffee and some fruit. Mary engaged Hayley in conversation while Stephanie, unable to drink coffee due to her pregnancy, simply passed through. Listening to the two women chatting and

did I offend her?‘ Stephanie

enjoy lingering in the living room; he headed straight

don’t have the guts to ask

don’t want to argue with

of the living room, unwilling to linger in the bedroom. She found herself in the backyard garden, where the full moon hung high overhead, casting a serene glow that evoked a

she pulled out

sent her a series of new messages on WhatsApp, mentioning that the company would be welcoming a new senior executive tomorrow, which had her

quarrel with Dominion anymore. He was genuinely worried about you today. Later, I heard