When She Stops Playing Nice

Chapter 13

“No, of course not!” Neil denied quickly. He even wondered if he had upset Gina.

Since Neil wasn’t intending to switch doctors, Gina was unaffected. If Neil didn’t want her help, he could say so.

“You can tell me if there’s something else. No need to look for Dr. Genevieve, Gina hinted. It was the best she could do. After all, she didn’t know Neil well. However, Neil was generous. He paid her 10 million dollars for her treatment last time and two million dollars for the medicine this time. In return, Gina was generous too.

“Sure.” Neil nodded. “Hungry, lass? Let’s go out to eat.”

“Okay,” Gina replied.

When Gina left the study. Ethan was shocked to see her. ‘She couldn’t be here because of the engagement, right?‘ he thought.

Ethan’s heart skipped a beat. When Neil came out, Ethan asked hurriedly, “Grandpa, why is Gina here? Is she forcing me to marry her?”

Neil rolled his eyes. “Do you think you’re that good?” Neil could tell Gina wasn’t interested in Ethan.

Ethan was confused. Having seen Gina last night and again now, Ethan’s mood plummeted. When he saw Gina sitting next to Neil, he was stunned

Neil was slightly embarrassed. “Is it too noisy, Gina? Shall I arrange a private room for us? We can eat there.”

need Gina didn’t think it

like? If not, tell

not picky,” Gina replied calmly.

then,”

eating before her. Neil noticed how meticulous she was. The more

called. Neil’s expression turned.cold, He answered

spent time

your present, so I won’t be back, Gabriel said. If he returned, his father would nag at him about. marrying again. The two of them always argued when that happened. Gabriel didn’t want to ruin his

if you’re not here?” Neil was upset. He had Gabriel quite late in his life. Gabriel was now in his twenties and was the only one unmarried. His grandchildren were the same age

didn’t want to argue when Neil was ill. He said, “Dad, you know

suffered from a rare congenital illness and numerous internationally renowned doctors declared treatment hopeless. His muscles

begun deteriorating. His right pinky finger had stiffened.

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Chapter 13

his health as an excuse to postpone marriage. Moreover, he had someone he wanted to

Gina. He had been undergoing secret treatments for his illness. Other than Neil, none knew. It was essential to keep it a secret as some might take action

been tirelessly searching for Genevieve. Unfortunately, she remained elusive. Even the high–reward. missing person task he

Don’t make me yell at you. It’s not hopeless. Hurry back. I want to introduce you to someone.” Neil refrained

Gina focused on