Secret Admiration: Finding True Love After Prison

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Chapter 696 In a Dream

Meryl was hurt by Malcolm's words. Leaving him and Bianca behind in the hospital room, she walked out without looking back.

Bianca, afraid that any further comments might make Meryl resent her too, stayed silent. Instead, she turned her frustration toward Malcolm.

"What on earth were you saying just now? Meryl just survived a car accident and gave birth to a child. She's done a great service to the Aniston family! Chandler's absence is his fault, and you dare to blame her instead? How could you?" Bianca scolded. She feared that the fragile truce they had recently reached with Meryl might be shattered because of Malcolm's insensitivity.

Malcolm didn't dare argue.

Facing Bianca's anger, he could only lower his head and admit

his mistake.

"I only wanted to encourage her to maintain a good relationship with Chandler. Let's be honest. Letting our daughter marry into the Aniston family is a big accomplishment for our family," Malcolm muttered defensively.

"Accomplishment? Marriage is a mutual decision, not some one-sided favor! No matter what, you can't belittle your

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daughter. Would you have said the same thing if this had "happened to Lydia?" Bianca snapped back.

Malcolm fell silent.

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Bianca jabbed a finger at him. "You're so unfair! Meryl's endured so much over the years, and as her father, it's your job to support her!"

Looking back on everything, Bianca couldn't shake the guilt she felt toward Meryl.

Malcolm wasn't keen on hearing more of this but chose not to

argue.

Instead, he shifted the topic. "I think she and Chandler are having problems. Did you notice how upset she got the moment I mentioned him? Do you think their marriage is on the rocks?"

Bianca shot him a glare. "She just gave birth and her husband's nowhere to be seen. Who wouldn't be upset? Chandler is definitely in the wrong here!"

As they spoke, Malcolm's phone rang.

It was Lydia.

"Lydia? What's wrong? Alright, we're at the hospital already. We'll come to you right away," Malcolm said hurriedly before ending the call.

He grabbed Bianca's arm, urging her to follow him.

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"What's going on?" Bianca asked.

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"Lydia's in bad shape. The fall she had last night dislocated her pelvis. She was in pain all night. The doctors said they could treat her, but she'd have to terminate the pregnancy. If she wants to keep the baby, she'll have to endure it," Malcolm explained. Bianca frowned. "And what exactly can we do about it?"

She says it's too risky for the baby.

in agony, but she wasn't even eight months pregnant

doctors refrained from administering strong painkillers

Who else can she rely on right now?" Malcolm

Bianca's expression turned icy.

about Meryl! She's gone through so much, but you've never stood up for her. I can't believe you!" Bianca shot back furiously. Chapter

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she unpacked her acupuncture kit, she asked, "Did anything change while I

head. "I've been here the whole time, but

"Alright, help me remove his

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quickly unbuttoned Felix's shirt, knowing she intended to

Meryl approached to

was

with

clearly recent, still red

drew a sharp breath. She had never imagined his body

sighed quietly, "Mr. Powell has had a few tough years. Most of these scars are from people seeking revenge for things he did for the Powell

her lips together. "Couldn't he just stop

a Dream their

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family's history was murky. Though they'd

their image a decade ago, their methods often skirted

family's affairs are... complicated. You'll understand

closer to Felix and began the treatment, her hands steady

keeping a close eye on

might not

an hour later, the session

began to wrap up

finishing the procedure, Felix remained

face turned pale. His eyes reddened, and

think Mr. Powell... might not make

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hasn't moved..." Philip's

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"This is just a supplemental treatment.

finished speaking,

eyes widened, and he was unsure if

Then Felix's fingers twitched.

into tears of relief. "Mr. Powell, you scared me half to death! I thought

his usually sharp gaze looked unfocused. His injuries had taken

him awake, Meryl let out a breath she hadn't realized

fingers in front of him. "Felix, how

Felix rasped, "One."

felt her stomach

this time holding up five fingers. "And

In a Dream "Nine,"

Her heart dropped further.