Chapter 85

Chapter 85 The next day , it was no surprise that Leia fell ill again .

At breakfast , the Anderson family all cast disapproving glances at Eli .

It was pretty clear that Leias sudden sickness was a result of the tension caused by him the night before .

Eli , look at what youve done ! Leia was already fragile , and you went and provoked her like that .

Now shes sick again .

Are you happy now ? Kimberly scolded , her eyes full of reproach .

Vincent , though less vocal , also frowned .

Eli , what was with you yesterday ? But surprisingly , Damon , usually the most protective of Leia , remained calm .

He merely shot Eli a cold glance , saying nothing .

Eli , feeling the pressure from his family , scowled .

Whats the big deal ? I just said a few words to her .

I didnt even yell at her .

How is it my fault that shes sick ? Kimberly was about to say more when Noelle , sensing the tension , put down her fork and spoke up , Mom , how about I go check on Leia ? Ive learned some medical techniques , maybe I can help .

Kimberly eyed Noelle with some doubt .

Noelle , are you sure you can handle it ? Yesterday , Noelle had eased Vincents headache with just a massage , and that had left Kimberly feeling rather impressed .

But on second thought , it seemed unrealistic .

Noelle was only eighteen how much could she have possibly learned in such a short time ? Medical school took years to complete , and even a decent doctor was in their thirties or forties .

Noelle could hardly compare to a professional , could she ? But Noelle , ever confident , patted her chest and reassured her mother , Dont worry , Mom .

Ive got this .

Kimberly still wasnt completely convinced , but then Vincent , to everyones surprise , backed Noelle up .

Let Noelle try .

After she helped me last night , I havent had any headaches since .

She might really know something .

, clearly a little taken aback , but she

after breakfast , you go upstairs and check on

, Noelle said , pleased

had been quietly eating , suddenly looked up and stopped

shouldnt go up to see Leia after all

Noelle turned to Damon , confused

its a good

but the last thing

her cheeks ,

I can help Leia ? Im actually really good at this ! Damon sighed in exasperation , Its not about whether you can help her

causing

Noelles mouth twisted

to

a problem ? Damon shook his head , frustrated with

keep things from escalating ,

things worse , Damon muttered , his tone worn

getting blamed for everything ? Im only trying to help ! Its not my fault if Leia cant handle a little advice ! The tension was

Eli , who had been watching in

let out a mocking laugh

his attention to Eli

so funny ? Eli smiled , but it

took a slow sip of soup before lifting

Oh , nothing .

just think its all

squinted at

Extra Check in Youchers Exclusive Profile Ad Free Reading Badge 1:05 PM Chapter 85 Eli shrugged

, never

wouldnt get

I get ? Damon pressed

crackled with tension

oblivious to the deeper undercurrents , stared at

Kimberly interjected , finally noticing the brewing storm

breakfast without turning it into a battlefield ? Both Damon and Eli fell silent , though neither was happy

eating , but the atmosphere

go to the garden and get some seeds

was him ,

entrance , Damon caught

and turned to face Damon

still going to be like this ? Ever since we got back yesterday ,

cut straight to the

an

? Im not doing anything

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