The First Heir by Master Yu Who Smokes

Chapter 353

Chapter 353

The atmosphere in the hospital room seemed different. Giada smiled a smile that encompassed the warmth of a spring breeze, one that Philip knew there was more than met the eye. It was a smile that removed herself from the narrative while she mocked and threatened at the same time. Standing from her seat, she walked toward Philip who looked as if his entire world had crashed. She spoke gently, “Take your time as you explain to Wynn, would you? We’ll meet again, very soon.” With that, Giada waved to bid Wynn farewell. “I’ll be leaving first then, Wynn. I’m sure Philip has his reasons to hide from you, so I do hope you’ll keep an open mind and hear him out.”

Wynn was about to stand and send her out only to be held back by Philip.

Wynn and Philip alone in the hospital room. “Close the door,” Wynn instructed indifferently. Like a child who had been caught red-handed, Philip hummed a sound of acknowledgment and went to close the door. Anxiety stewed in his chest for he felt a fear he had never before. What did Giada tell Wynn? Was it his identity? Was it something else? “Sit.” Arms crossed, Wynn wore an expression of detached composure. Earnestly, not unlike an elementary school student, Philip sat as he was told. “Good job, Philip Clarke. For how long have you been hiding this from me?” Wynn inquired, though the coldness of her tone seemed to carry hints of reproach. After sneaking a glance at Wynn, Philip got a slap at his shoulder before he muttered, “S-Seven years…” ‘What?’ Wynn’s eyebrows furrowed, unease written on her face as she pressed on. “Why’d you hide it from me? I’m your wife, am I not?” Philip, too, felt disheartened. Tugging on Wynn’s hand, he played the guilty card. “Wynnie, I didn’t mean to… I had my reasons, I…” Watching Philip crestfallen before her, Wynn reached out a pale arm and flicked Philip’s forehead with a slender finger. “You’re my husband, Philip. You have to tell me about these things, okay? Sure, Aunt

a rush, he asked, “What else did

married to your father after the death of your mother, and that the actual reason why she’s here in Riverdale is to check on how you’re doing. She also said that she hopes I can persuade you to go home, something about how your family needs you and how your dad’s side of the family wants you back too. Why didn’t you say

son? Find a time and clear your schedule. Go back and take a look, okay?” Despite understanding what was happening, Philip still

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