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?"

cracked a smile. "You're making a mountain out of a molehill, Uncle. You know

to stay calm. "I need

Why come to me? I'm confused!" Charles slid a cup

to the

in the 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 can you do her

QUMS

unfazed. "Why are you getting so worked up,

all the time in the world. "What's wrong with Janet? I have no clue. If

away for too long. It's not good for herto be out

twitched at the words. "You're right. I'm planning to take Janet back

nodded. "That's the

of action. Since you care