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.

to sit down and holding her hand. "I

surprise, and Danny playfully stuck

him another chance? I waited to talk to you because I know you're upset. He told me those pictures of him 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 hospitalized. He came to me in the middle of the night, saying he didn't have feelings for anyone else and just wanted to reconcile with

was taken aback. Ludwik was

the phone that

far from perfect, but he loves you. He knew how much Sammy's disappearance hurt you, so he and Parker immediately went to

truth hit her, and her heart

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 for him in your heart, give him another chance. I'm sure you two can work

Ludwik's actions in a new light, Whitney couldn't deny the complexity of her

if you want, you can take your time to make him pay for

the past seven years? If he hadn't mistaken Elaine for his savior back then, would

"Natalie mentioned you're planning a trip to Emperor City. Maybe you could

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evening, as Whitney and Danny returned to their apartment, Bryce's call came through, catching

his suit perfectly tailored, a smile gracing his lips as he looked

to her work and lifestyle needs, something she had shared with those close

Gem Ltd., was among the first

man, positioning himself protectively in front of his

towards Bryce, "Mommy has some important things to discuss with him. Could

refuse, fearing he'd

huff, he moved