Chapter 78

When Callie brought it up, her frustration resurfaced. "Stella probably thinks we're helpless without the medicine she sends. That's why she's acting so aloof!"

Haynes paused before responding, "I get it. I'll ensure she sends the meds to Mom as soon as possible."

"You better hurry. Mom's health won't wait for anyone."

With Haynes' assurance, Callie finally ended the call.

After leaving Rachel's hospital room, Stella took Marvin to get his wound cleaned and dressed. Marvin's injury had started to scab over and heal. But his skin was tender, and it looked alarming.

Stella carefully applied the ointment to Marvin's wound, asking him if it hurt.

Marvin shook his head lightly. "Stella, it doesn't hurt anymore. It's only a small scratch."

paused, "And Keen

he was Stella's son. He didn't hold any grudges against

turning to Marvin. "You don't blame

head again. "Since he's your son, Stella, that makes him my friend. I won't blame Keen. Besides, he didn't do it on

of losing his

Marvin added, "Stella, you shouldn't blame Keen, either. He's just under the

Stella blinked. "Nasty woman?"

seriously. "Yeah, the one

surprised. "You don't like

could charm

said, "She accused you falsely, Stella. I don't

softened a bit more. "Thank you, Mr. Connolly. If it weren't for you

nothing," Neville said, brushing off her thanks with a casual wave. "But you -having such a

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