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

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

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

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

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

as she poured

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

more.” Hayley personally served him

slight sound of acknowledgment but his face remained deeply preoccupied, his

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

Chapter 137

Havencrest from Serenburg?” George suddenly

over at the old man before politely replying, “Yes,” I’ve completed all the handovers at work.

home is a good decision. After all, you initially left to take care

work during meals.” George’s stern voice cut through

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

you have any

to keen bo

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

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 laughing, she couldn’t help but think if it weren’t for Mary’s constant cold attitude towards her,

did I offend her?‘ Stephanie reflected countless

didn’t enjoy lingering in the living room; he headed

have the guts to ask

want to

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

moonlit reveries, she pulled out her phone to pass

WhatsApp, mentioning that the

worried about you today. Later, I