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.

object but instead smiled

must have something to

Having sent Mrs. Madden away, Lizetta knew

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

not be aware, but

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suffered from headaches and nausea for an entire day, and Grandma was so shaken she couldn't sleep well. They're old and went through all this trouble for someone who is neither family nor close friend. Do you think that's

was confrontational,

a bank card out of her purse, and placed it on the blanket in

card. Please don't get me wrong, Ms. Gardenia, this is a token of my gratitude for the help you provided at the bar that night. You could use it to

her with a smile, grabbing the card, "Ms. Madden's life is only worth a

taken aback, clearly not expecting

sour expression,

"You look

ghost who, despite being taken in by the Dashiell family, bites the