Chapter 174 They Were Childhood Sweethearts Who Grew Up Together

It was clear that Zoe was displeased with Matthew’s lack of care for his own health.

There was even a hint of blame in her tone.

Aurelia silently sipped her water as she listened on.

Upon hearing the mention of insomnia, Gordon instantly shifted his gaze toward Aurelia, Matthew’s recent sleep issues had significantly improved, all thanks to Aurelia.

It seemed as if Matthew had never told Zoe about this.

For reasons unknown, he felt as though Zoe’s arrival had somehow driven a wedge between Aurelia and Matthew, creating a huge rift between them.

After Zoe spoke some more, she appeared somewhat weary. Seeing this, Matthew escorted Zoe back to her hospital ward, while Gordon sa behind to take care of Aurelia.

“Um… Ms. Souza and Matthew grew up together when they were young, and also…”

Gordon felt it was necessary to clarify the relationship between Zoe and Matthew, to prevent any misunderstandings from arising with Aurelia.

From the introduction given by Gordon, Aurelia came to understand the relationship between

the two.

Zoe was the daughter of Matthew’s housekeeper.

Following an unforeseen incident, Zoe’s mother sacrificed her life to protect Matthew. From that day forward, Matthew took responsibility for everything in Zoe’s life.

Three years ago, Zoe moved to Kenfort to attend university, expressing her fondness for this. romantic city.

A few days ago, due to feeling unwell, she was admitted to the hospital. The diagnosis revealed some heart issues, and surgery was needed within the next couple of days. That was why Matthew had to rush over from Jacaster.

Gordon particularly emphasized that the relationship between the two was akin to siblings, and that Matthew took care of Zoe as if she was his sister.

After the death of Zoe’s mother years ago, Mabel had sought out Zoe’s other family members. However, none of them wanted an extra burden, so Mabel took it upon herself to raise Zoe.

Upon hearing this, having understood the whole story, Aurelia chuckled and said. “I see.”

“Therefore, Mr. Quigley is concerned about Ms. Souza’s health. The surgery is likely scheduled. for tomorrow,” Gordon added.

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drinking some water, she felt as if she was back at full health.

merely a case of gastroenteritis, so she figured there was no need for her to occupy a

care

go ask the doctor,”

was the only

went to the

she saw Matthew sitting on the couch.

so soon?

to be discharged if there

Aurelia appeared rather distant. Matthew asked, “I didn’t tell you about Zoe before. Would you like to know about her?”

aware of your relationship with Zoe,” Aurelia

nodded in agreement. “All right, then. You should return to the hotel

surgery tomorrow.

Zoe would probably feel uncomfortable

scrutinizing Aurelia with an intense gaze, but he didn’t notice anything odd about

“All right, then.”

doctor. You’re cleared to be discharged. He prescribed a

left the hospital and

However, Zoe suddenly called,

took roughly twenty minutes

Gordon rushed back to the hospital. It seemed

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bath, Aurelia laid down on the bed to

phone and

for the next two days after that night.

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time now, she belatedly realized that something seemed off with

it had been in the past, even after sharing a tender moment with Justin, he would have given her a call or sent her a message

a photo that she had taken at the hospital from her phone with the message: Who would’ve thought I’d end up in the

included a crying emoji at the end of the message.

minute, Nancy had

on with you? I don’t recall you ever having such poor health. You used to eat and drink with me every day without any

disagreed with you donating blood to Melanie from the start. I felt uncomfortable every time I saw her. She

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