The Heartbreak Prescription by Glazed Snow

Chapter 559

Lillan raised her hand, ready to deliver a sharp slap to Wendy's face.

But her hand never made contact. A large hand shot out and grabbed her wrist, stopping her in her tracks.

Lilian looked up, surprised to see Horace standing before Wendy, blocking the slap.

Her expression fell. She hadn't expected Horace to protect Wendy.

From what she knew, Horace and Wendy weren't particularly close. Now that Jessica was Horace's daughter- lying unconscious in bed-Lilian had assumed he would side with his flesh and blood.

She couldn't understand why he would defend Wendy.

Lilian's frustratio grew. "Mr. Larson, Wendy poisoned Jessica, and she's still unconscious. I just want to teach her a lesson!"

Edith quickly chimed in. "Yes, Mr. Larson! Wendy poisoned Jessica. If it hadn't been discovered in time, Jessica's life would have been in danger. Wendy deserves to be punished!"

Wendy looked at Horace, standing in front of her. He was tall, broad-shouldered, and his presence was so commanding that it almost completely shielded her. His strength, both physical and in demeanor, gave Wendy a sense of safety.

had been

been

thoughts, Horace coldly released Lilian's wrist, and she staggered

Lilian and Edith

going to

even glance at them. Instead, he

Wendy was taken aback.

would act just like the rest of the Crones and immediately accuse her,

almost laughable. The Crone family, who were supposed

someone who wasn't even part of her

and shook her head.

didn't respond right

medical skills? I'm Dr. Ceylan, the wonder doctor. If I poisoned

Edith hesitated. "What..."

her, I wouldn't have left her half-dead. If I wanted her gone, I'd have made sure she was dead, not let her linger like that. And I certainly

have used such a simple method anyway. Killing Jessica outright would

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