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

he was Stella's son.

actions, turning to

my friend. I won't blame Keen. Besides, he didn't do it on purpose. He's scared you'll be

at that. Keen was afraid of losing his live- in nanny, like

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

Stella blinked. "Nasty woman?"

one lying in

"You don't

charm kids easily with her

falsely, Stella.

and her expression softened a bit more. "Thank you, Mr. Connolly. If it weren't for you two showing up, they

brushing off her thanks with a casual wave. "But you -having such a rift with your husband and son... are you

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