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…

bed, adjusting his attire while Stephanie continued to admonish

her out of the bedroom. With a sigh,

the urge to kick him as

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

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

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

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

more.” Hayley

of acknowledgment but his face remained deeply

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

Chapter 137

being transferred to Havencrest from

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

grew brighter at her response. “Staying at home is a good decision.

work during meals.” George’s

meal. Meanwhile, Stephanie didn’t dare utter a word at the table,

any plans after

to keen bo

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

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, she

her?‘ Stephanie reflected countless

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

the guts to

don’t want to argue with

the bedroom. She found herself in the backyard garden, where the full moon hung high overhead, casting

pulled

the company would be welcoming a new

was genuinely worried about you today. Later,