The Queen Returns And She’s Unforgiving

The Queen Returns—And She’s Unforgiving 98

Chapter 98

Lucas slowly looked over as well.

Evelyn clenched her fingers, and her throat tightened. “I…”

She couldn’t let them give her a checkup. A truly skilled traditional doctor could diagnose her condition just by checking her pulse. Rick had been treating Maria for years–he was a renowned expert. If she went through with this, her secret would undoubtedly be exposed.

“What’s wrong, Evie?” Maria came closer, concern written all over her face.

Evelyn’s lips were pale. “Grandma, I’m fine, really. There’s no need to trouble Dr. Hart.”

“You’ve lost weight,” Maria insisted, holding her hand. “I’ve been worried you haven’t been taking care of yourself properly. Just let him check our condition, at least for a bit of extra

nourishment.”

belyn’s palm grew damp with cold sweat. She was cornered If her illness was revealed, she didn’t even want to imagine the consequences.

remained detached, like a bystander. When he met her gaze, his expression didn’t

Tha

Rick, her wrist was suddenly grasped. A gentle tug pulled her backward, and before she could react, she stumbled

we are generally healthy. There’s no need to worry–we’ll handle

as Rick chuckled and stroked his beard meaningfully. “If this works, you might

lit up with joy. “That would be

still didn’t understand. She glanced at Lucas, who had already let go of her and was now seated on the couch, focused on

didn’t know about her condition. And even if Rick didn’t diagnose her cancer, he would

something like that

lips

tone remained indifferent. “I just don’t

pressuring him about children. After all, the person he wanted to have a child with wasn’t her. He wasn’t concerned about her discomfort–he was protecting Tiffany’s “exclusive” position

conversation on the

them closely tonight, eager to see

a shower and climbed into bed. The large bed was wide, yet she only occupied