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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?"

baby. Lydia's begging

she wasn't even eight months pregnant

doctors refrained

parents. Who else can she rely on

Bianca's expression turned icy.

her parents? Malcolm, your double standards are astonishing. You've never been this concerned 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 696 In a

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

"I've been here the whole time,

"Alright, help me

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quickly unbuttoned Felix's shirt, knowing

approached to begin,

torso was covered

older, having healed with new skin that was lighter

still red with the marks of

had never imagined

sighed quietly, "Mr. Powell has had a few tough years. Most of these scars are

lips together. "Couldn't he just

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family's history was murky.

image a decade ago, their methods

understand in time. Mr. Powell doesn't

stepped closer to Felix and began the treatment, her hands

watched nervously, keeping a close eye on Felix's

concerned that Meryl, still recovering from childbirth, might not feel well herself,

hour later, the

wrap

despite finishing the procedure, Felix

pale. His eyes reddened, and he

think Mr. Powell... might

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moved..." Philip's voice

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"This is just a supplemental treatment. It might take more sessions to

she finished speaking, Felix's

he was

Then Felix's fingers twitched.

half to death! I thought you'd never wake up!"

his usually sharp gaze looked unfocused. His injuries had taken a

let out a breath

two fingers in front of him. "Felix, how many fingers am I

Felix rasped, "One."

her

tried again, this time holding up five fingers.

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Her heart dropped further.