Chapter 158

"Really? That's fantastic" Shakira lifted her head from the phone, smiling, but her expression didn't seem too surprised. It was clearly more expected than shocking.

Walter's gaze grew more intense, watching Shakira's every subtle expression like a hawk. "My people have been trying to get in touch with Matthew, but there hasn't been any progress. Yet, Fiona managed to do it. You don't seem surprised that Fiona could persuade Matthew.

Walter's piercing question and gaze sent a chill down Shakira's spine. She couldn't admit that she had long known Matthew agreed to help with his legs. Fiona succeeded merely as an excuse suited to Matthew's whims,

Shakira chuckled. "When I took pictures with Matthew, he seemed like a kind guy. Ms. Banks was bound to win him over with her sincerity. With Matthew's help, you will be up and walking soon." Shakira unconsciously glanced at his legs, with her eyes filled with hope and clarity.

Seeing the twinkle in her eyes as if she was more thrilled than he was. Walter squinted slightly. "Shakira, even if my legs get better, what you owe me needs to be repaid over time."

Shakira snapped out of it when he barked at her. She pouted. "I know, even if your legs heal, I still have to do all my chores."

Walter's gaze darkened further. "Oh really, do you remember everything you have to do?"

Shakira rolled her eyes inwardly and thought, Seriously? Big Devil has so little faith in me? Would I actually slack off?

Shakira grumbled. "What else could it be? Cleaning, cooking, waking you up in the morning, and putting you to bed at night.

Walter raised an eyebrow. "And what else?"

Shakira was taken aback. "What else?"

look. "Seems like you forgot the most

important? Wait a minute, could it

she slept alone, she was a light sleeper. Now she was used to sleeping through the night with him. Actually, with the weather getting colder these days, she had sneaked her chilly feet into his side of the bed at night for warmth. As he couldn't feel, he

turned red

and annoyed. "Come on. I didn't forget. We'll talk about it later. With that, she

her blush and hurry away, finally showing

time Walter and his group passed all the checks to get to Matthew's place,

Shakira was with him too, she immediately frowned and pointed at

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tone. She treated me for a while. Her conversations with Matthew could help

been keeping track of your health I'm more aware of your situation than anyone else. I've been running around for you and even persuaded Matthew to

with his handsome face stern. Thave my medical team, and you chose to interfere. As for Matthew. I never asked for your assistance. If you're upset about it. I can leave right now" Then, he signaled Brian to help him back into the car. Fiona was startled by Walter's sudden change in demeanor. She was just angry that Shakira came along and said those things to brag

bit upset. Let's talk this over can. No matter what. getting your legs treated is the most important thing Walter remained unmoved, with his expression cold. He disliked being threatened, and even more so, Fiona's repeated attempts to boss him around under the guise of favors. In the past, when Fiona caused trouble, he could just ignore it. However, Fiona targeting

afraid he would just walk away like that. She knew him too well, once he got stubborn, he would really do it. If he left, all of her recent humiliating

Growing more anxious, Fiona

to take her

It's

glare at Shakira behind her back. Shakira didn't care and followed Walter straight into the room. Nancy knocked on the door, heard a voice from inside, and then pushed it open to ask questions Fiona explained, "Matthew is inside. He likes peace and quiet and too many people going in might upset him, though he agreed to help with the treatment." Fiona led them to the coffee room downstairs.

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