The Cherished Wife by Chweety

Chapter 813

Upon hearing that, Milo's expression froze. He had not expected to be at a disadvantage so soon. Whenever he tried to be indirect with Charles, Charles would play the same game but even better. Milo could not figure out where Charles got that trait, but one thing was certain it was far from endearing.

Milo could not just admit it. He would give up his last bit of leverage if he admitted Janet was sick. That was a no-go.

Charles was as cool as a cucumber since he was not the one needing a favor. He was curious to see how far Milo would go for Janet.

He had always pegged Milo as a calculative man. Janet was his first love's child from a fling with another guy. Despite her having her mom's knockout looks, her illness was a hard fact.

Charles brewed some coffee and checked the time. "Uncle, shouldn't you be visiting my mom instead of hanging out here and wasting time?"

Milo was barely controlling his rage. "Spill it. What's your game?"

making a mountain out of a molehill, Uncle. You know I'm

deeply, trying to stay calm. "I need to

confused!" Charles slid a cup of coffee Milo's way. "Aren't you

cut to the chase.

hospital, but they won't let me see her. That's your handiwork, right?" Milo was livid. "She's your sister, for crying out loud How

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up, unfazed. "Why are you

Charles set his coffee cup down, leaned back, and casually tapped the table like he had all the time in the world. "What's wrong with Janet? I have no clue. If you don't believe me..." "Cut it

laugh. "Ah, so you've come to bring your daughter home!" It clicked, and he smiled. "That's great news. Ms. Baker has been away for too long. It's not good for herto be out and about all the time. As the Baker family's treasured daughter, she should be cared for at home. It wouldn't be good if she got into

words. "You're right. I'm planning

"That's the

of action. Since