Chapter 844:

Eileen, reclining under a hospital blanket that hid signs of injury, didn’t let Julio see her obvious wounds. He assumed that Eileen’s leg under the blanket was injured.

“Actually, it’s my hand that’s scalded,” Eileen replied.

Julio was confused. He glanced over at Bryan, who was preoccupied with Gabriela, and realized what was happening. He nodded.

“Ah, I see. Not just the hand, then. Seems Mr. Dawson’s heart is also under the weather. A hospital stay might be what you need.”

His voice carried a teasing undertone that made Eileen’s smile falter.

Dalores, standing by the window, shifted uneasily. Choosing to stay silent with her head lowered, Julio also fell silent, and the atmosphere grew awkward.

said, “I should head back now, Eileen. Rest up and let

thank you for making the effort,” Eileen replied, her tone reflecting a mix of

handle, she heard Julio say, “Seems like someone’s worry has you shackled to this hospital bed. But you’re alright, so I

quickened her steps, descending the

welcome freshness that broke the sterile smell of the hospital. She couldn’t hold back her questions any longer. “Why am I still here, really? When can I leave

imagination at galn ovels ;

expression was inscrutable as he answered, “Conroy has already called me several times, asking me to go back. Once he contacts you, you will be able

bed, her gaze lost in the sky’s vast expanse reflected in

floor, and as soon as she stepped out, she saw Julio standing just outside, apparently having sprinted down the stairs from

I’ll put the past

don’t believe you,” Dalores responded, without stopping. “You’ve used up all my trust. Don’t come to me again. Your decisions, your divorce—they’re yours to

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