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…

his attire while Stephanie continued to

guiding her out of the bedroom. With a sigh, he

the urge to kick him as they made

Mary, and Hayley were already seated. Hayley greeted them warmly, while

impassive as they both took their seats. Brad promptly gestured for the maids to start

Isaac, I’m terribly sorry,” Sandra apologized as she poured the soup,

Sandra’s hand. “Let me do it. There’s no need

George Wellington, have some more.” Hayley personally

made a slight sound of acknowledgment but his face remained deeply preoccupied, his food

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

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

before politely replying, “Yes,” I’ve completed all the handovers at work. Barring any

smile grew brighter at her response. “Staying at home is a

George’s stern voice cut through their

at the table, occasionally stealing glances at Dominick beside her, who ate with

you have any plans after returning

to keen bo

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

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

did I offend her?‘ Stephanie reflected countless

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

have the guts to ask

don’t want to argue with

the backyard garden, where the full moon hung high overhead, casting a serene glow that evoked a sense of

she pulled out her phone

series of new messages on WhatsApp, mentioning that the company would

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