Chapter 116

Mia held no sympathy for Taylor. In her view, those scheming against others should be ready to face the

consequences.

Having settled the controversy, Mia headed to the hospital right after her class.

It was crucial for her to visit Laura, especially with Laura’s surgery scheduled for the upcoming weekend.

As the elevator doors opened at the hospital, Mia unexpectedly bumped into Sharon.

With a hint of arrogance, Sharon quipped, “Mia, you seem rather pleased with yourself. Do you really believe

you could’ve navigated that college debacle alone? It’s obvious the Barrett name played a role.”

Mia’s expression darkened as she digested Sharon’s words. “I could have handled it myself,” she retorted.

Sharon scoffed, “Enough of this charade. What have you done to manipulate my son? I don’t understand why

he’s taken it upon himself to handle that college situation of yours.”

“He’s even hesitating to commit to Ms. Lane because of you. He also postponed his grandmother’s surgery,

searching for another doctor and disrupting the planned schedule,” she accused.

Mia’s expression changed. “What are you talking about?”

was clear that she struggled to grasp Sharon’s words.

it out for you. Maya’s brother set a condition. He would only proceed with Laura’s surgery

Sharon admonished.

of emotions swept over Mia as she

said, “I was unaware of all this.”

always presumed that Maya’s brother would be the

derisive snort, Sharon added, “However, the doctor Timothy

he’s unable

kindness toward you, would you honestly consider using her health as leverage against

“I have never used Grandma as a bargaining chip

the right thing. Divorce Timothy immediately so he can get engaged

turmoil. “I know what I have

retorted before walking away.

stood still for a long time. Sharon’s words echoed hauntingly in her mind.

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hadn’t anticipated Timothy’s refusal of Maya’s proposal. This is a decision that, on the surface,

seemed perfectly matched

stepped into

caregiver subtly shook their head, signaling that Laura was asleep.

by Laura’s bedside, tenderly holding

Laura’s pronounced weight loss and deteriorating condition deepened Mia’s anguish.

afford

that Laura’s surgery had

surgeon’s recent accident, and a suitable replacement had yet to be found.

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