Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 412

Ludwik always had his reservations about Whitney visiting Natalie in the hospital. He even mentioned that there was no need for her to seek traditional Chinese medicine for Natalie's ailments. Whitney didn't want to cause any discomfort, so she had been avoiding the topic these past few days.

But when Natalie said she missed her, Whitney's heart softened, and she quickly drove to Skyfaith Hospital.

The mood in Natalie's room was lively, thanks to Danny's presence, who seemed to have shed a bit of his usual aloofness. Maybe it was because Sammy wasn't there, but he took it upon himself to bring some energy into the room, which warmed Whitney's heart. "Natalie," Whitney called out as she entered.

Natalie immediately looked over, smiling and waving despite the IV in her nose, which Whitney found a bit odd. "How have you been feeling lately?"

"Grandma's been having this weird issue, keeps getting nosebleeds. Must be the heat or something," Danny said, frustrated.

It didn't make sense to Whitney; given Natalie's condition, it seemed unlikely it was due to "heat."

Instinctively, Whitney reached for Natalie's wrist to feel her pulse, but Dr. Ford stepped in, somewhat blocking her. "Ms. Valentine, Natalie's doing just fine. It's just a minor issue, nothing for you to worry about."

Whitney wasn't born yesterday; she sensed Dr. Ford might be under Ludwik's orders to keep a close eye on Natalie.

So, she didn't push further, though she noticed Natalie seemed thinner.

"I'll be alright. Dr. Ford will take good care of me," Natalie said optimistically.

Dr. Ford gave a stiff smile and stepped out, though he stayed close to the door.

pulled Whitney aside, urging her to sit down and holding her hand.

blinked in surprise, and Danny playfully stuck

with another girl were a misunderstanding. He wouldn't lie to me. Something tells me he's suffering... After your fight, he got so drunk he ended up with alcohol poisoning and was

aback. Ludwik

harsh on the phone

and Parker immediately went to look for Sammy in Emperor City. Don't ever

truth hit her, and her

and Ludwik owe it to them to provide a complete family. He grew up without one, and I know the pain all too well. My son has his faults, but he's loyal and capable. I don't believe you've fallen out of love with him so quickly. If there's still a place

light, Whitney couldn't deny the

the sake of our family, please, take the first step. He's longing for reconciliation. And later, if you want, you can take your time to make him pay for his mistakes," Natalie pressed on, her voice filled with hope.

between her and Ludwik, entangled even before the past seven years? If he hadn't mistaken Elaine for

and longing, Whitney considered revealing this secret, letting him realize the depth of his mistake. "Natalie mentioned you're planning a trip to Emperor City. Maybe you could

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Whitney and Danny returned to their apartment,

stepped out of the Rolls-Royce, his suit perfectly tailored, a smile gracing

knew what was coming; it was about her moving to Emperor City due to her work and lifestyle needs, something she

Gem Ltd., was among the

man, positioning himself

Whitney sighed, aware of Danny's animosity towards Bryce, "Mommy has some important things to discuss with

fearing

a huff, he