Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

Jerome nodded in agreement, and after a brief discussion, the two made their way downstairs.

Nelson, not seeing the elderly lady around, immediately inquired with the housekeeper, only to learn that Andrea had taken Mrs. Bernice Madden to the hospital to visit Lizetta.

Nelson's brows furrowed instinctively. "Jerome, quick, let's head to the hospital too."

At the hospital room.

It came as a surprise to Lizetta when Andrea suddenly showed up with Mrs. Bernice Madden.

Mrs. Madden made herself comfortable beside Lizetta's bed and started chatting warmly with her, while a hint of chill flashed in Andrea's eyes.

Stepping forward, Andrea suggested, "Grandma, you're so concerned about Liz's health. How about I have Elva accompany you to consult Liz's doctor about when she can be discharged? Would that be alright?"

Mrs. Madden, eager to have Lizetta discharged and brought home, immediately nodded in agreement.

Andrea gave a knowing look to the maid, Elva, who then stepped forward to assist Mrs. Madden out of the room.

didn't object but instead smiled

must have something to

clear Andrea wasn't here just for a visit. Having sent Mrs. Madden away, Lizetta knew Andrea's intentions

I appreciate your straightforwardness, and I'll do the same. I hope Ms. Gardenia can understand boundaries

be aware, but I came

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day, and Grandma was so shaken she couldn't sleep well. They're old and went through all this

confrontational,

forward, took a bank card out of her purse, and placed it on

my gratitude for the help you provided

grabbing the card, "Ms. Madden's

aback, clearly not expecting Lizetta to be

a sour

"You look down

a greedy ghost who, despite being taken in by the Dashiell family, bites the hand that feeds you. Now that