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."

"And Keen didn't mean

started calling him Keen after learning he was Stella's son. He didn't hold any grudges against Keen for his mean

paused her actions, turning to

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

was afraid of losing his

you shouldn't blame Keen, either. He's just under the influence

Stella blinked. "Nasty woman?"

seriously. "Yeah, the one lying in the hospital

surprised. "You don't

who could charm kids

Stella. I don't like her

"Thank you, Mr. Connolly. If it weren't for you two showing

Neville said, brushing off her thanks with a casual wave. "But you -having

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