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…

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

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

as they made their way to the main

were already seated. Hayley greeted them warmly, while Yvonne sat demurely at

took their seats. Brad promptly gestured for the maids to start

she poured the soup,

reassured, standing up and taking the ladle from Sandra’s hand. “Let me do it. There’s no need

more.” Hayley personally served him a bowl

sound of acknowledgment but his face remained deeply

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

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being transferred to Havencrest from Serenburg?”

serving, and Hayley calmly sat down to eat, glancing over at the old man before politely replying, “Yes,” I’ve completed all the handovers at work. Barring any surprises, I’ll be

a good decision.

meals.” George’s stern voice cut through their

her meal. Meanwhile, Stephanie didn’t dare utter a word at the table, occasionally stealing glances at Dominick beside her, who

do you have any plans after

to keen bo

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

conversation while Stephanie, unable 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

in the living room; he headed straight for

the guts to

[I don’t want to argue

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 sense of reunion. However, despite the picturesque setting, tonight’s dinner had left her feeling

for moonlit reveries, she pulled out her phone

her a series of new messages on WhatsApp, mentioning that the company would be welcoming

He was genuinely worried about you today. Later, I heard they found you at Avalon Lakes, which finally put him