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 admonish

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

urge to kick him as they made

the grand dining room of the main house, George, Mary, 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

she poured the soup,

the ladle from Sandra’s hand. “Let me do it. There’s no need to be too formal among

George Wellington, have some more.” Hayley personally

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

the 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

maids came over to assist with 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

“Staying at home is a good decision. After all,

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

her enthusiasm, quietly focusing on her meal. Meanwhile, Stephanie didn’t dare utter a word at the table, occasionally

do you have any plans after

to keen bo

Villa often to keep her company. Otherwise, with her

room 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

I offend her?‘

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

have the guts to

don’t want to argue

hung high overhead, casting a serene glow that evoked a sense of reunion. However, despite

one for moonlit reveries, she pulled out her phone to pass the

on WhatsApp, mentioning that the company

you today.