I tried to resist, but he had effectively cut off all my escape routes.

"Aren't you supposed to help me with a bath, or were you just talking big, huh?"

After a night of too much excitement and exhaustion, I woke up late the next day, the sun already high in the sky.

Blearily coming to, a quick glance at the clock had me jolting awake. Gregory was already up, and I couldn't help but chide him, "Why didn't you wake me?" I had promised to deliver lunch to Chris!

Before he could reply, I threw off the covers, ready to rush out. Elmwood Villas wasn't far from the hospital; if I hurried, I could still make it on time.

Gregory was quick to grab me, urging, "What's the rush? Slow down."

He glanced at the clock and added, "Your bestie's probably already enjoying her lobster mac and cheese."

"She is?"

Realizing what he meant, I asked, "Did you arrange for someone to deliver it?"

He gave me a look that said, "Guess," with a raised eyebrow.

I was sure of it then.

Heading to the hospital later, I knew I'd have some juicy gossip to share!

as if Christine had read my mind, I found the hospital room

Only Ramona was there.

she said, "Chris went to the office. She said to keep a tab

laughed lightly, "She's playing coy after getting a

"Gregory specially requested Mr. Abdul's healing stew

a bowl and handed it to

sighed, "Gregory may seem indifferent, but when it comes to anything

My heart warmed, "Yes..."

"That's wonderful."

smiled at me, "My dear Lily, surrounded by family,

l.ne

a little one

No troubles, just happiness."

"You're right."

"I'm very happy, so I'll share my luck with you,

hair behind my

days, Gregory was constantly out early

hospital

Ford family's affairs

and there wasn't much could do except take care

to cause

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