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…

the bed, adjusting his attire

her out of the bedroom. With a sigh,

him as they made their way to the

Hayley were already seated. Hayley greeted them warmly,

remained impassive as they both took their seats. Brad promptly gestured for

Isaac, I’m terribly sorry,” Sandra apologized as she poured the soup, her right hand trembling slightly,

worries,” Hayley reassured, standing up and taking the ladle from Sandra’s hand. “Let me do it. There’s no need to be too

more.” Hayley

but his face

seemed quite friendly with Hayley, gladly accepting the soup and casually inquiring. “Everything settled for your move back

Chapter 137

from Serenburg?” George suddenly looked up, showing

eat, glancing over at the old man before politely replying, “Yes,” I’ve completed all

a good decision. After all, you initially left

George’s stern voice cut

her meal. Meanwhile, Stephanie didn’t dare utter a word at the table, occasionally stealing glances at Dominick beside her, who ate with the same expression he wore at work, stoic and

have any plans after

to keen bo

much, you must come visit Wellington Villa often to keep her company.

to her pregnancy, simply passed through. Listening to the two women chatting and laughing, she

her?‘ Stephanie reflected countless

lingering in the living room; he headed straight for

have the

want to argue

stepped out of the living room, unwilling to linger in the bedroom. She found herself in the backyard garden, where the full moon hung high

moonlit reveries, she pulled out

on WhatsApp, mentioning that the company would be welcoming a new senior executive

really shouldn’t quarrel with Dominion anymore. He was genuinely worried about you today. Later, I heard they found you at