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 while Stephanie continued to admonish

her out of the bedroom. With a sigh, he added, “Stephanie, you’re finally showing concern for me.

frowned, fighting the urge to kick him as they made their way to the main dining

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

as they both took their seats. Brad promptly gestured

terribly sorry,” Sandra apologized as she poured the soup, her right hand trembling slightly, causing

Hayley reassured, standing up and taking the ladle from Sandra’s hand. “Let me do it. There’s

some more.” Hayley personally served him a bowl

slight sound of acknowledgment but his face remained deeply preoccupied,

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

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Havencrest from Serenburg?” George suddenly

to eat, glancing over at the old man before politely replying, “Yes,” I’ve completed all the handovers at work. Barring any surprises,

home is a

during meals.” George’s stern

a word at the table, occasionally stealing glances at Dominick beside

any plans after returning

to keen bo

adores you so much, you must come visit Wellington Villa often to keep her company. Otherwise, with

passed through. Listening to the two women chatting and laughing, she couldn’t

offend her?‘ Stephanie reflected

the living room; he headed

the guts to

don’t want to

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

pulled

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

really shouldn’t quarrel with Dominion anymore. He was genuinely worried about you today.