Chapter 1158:

The realization was painfully ironic.

Belinda accompanied Holley through multiple examinations, each one yielding the same result—Holley was fine.

The doctor merely suggested that Holley’s discomfort was stress-induced and advised her to rest more and take better care of herself. Leaving the hospital, they climbed into the car, preparing to head back to the restaurant.

Halfway through the drive, Belinda’s phone rang. It was Lucas calling. She answered the call swiftly. “Lucas?”

At the sound of Lucas’ name, a subtle flicker passed through Holley’s eyes.

Just then, Belinda’s entire demeanor shifted. Something Lucas said made her stiffen, her fingers tightening around the steering wheel. Then, she slammed the brakes.

“What did you just say?” Belinda exclaimed, her voice laced with disbelief.

Holley checked her phone for the time.

and a half since she and

of

it was clear to her that

curled Holley’s lips, a wave of excitement washing over

hanging up the call, Belinda sat dazed, staring

furrowed with concern.

to reality. She turned to Holley, her voice shaky. “Mom, Lucas just called me… He… he said that earlier, he

finish, but Holley grasped

gasped, her hand

was a

do everything to conceal this from

never expected him to

incident had already

planning to do

hurt and confusion. She turned to Holley and asked, “Mom, what would you do in my

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