Chapter 51

Choking on her food, Sherilyn quickly grabbed her water bottle and took a few gulps to help swallow it.

Gilbert returned to the lounge with a stormy expression.

Trying to lighten the mood, Caroline served him some food. "What about Sherilyn? Couldn't you find her?"

"Forget her!" Gilbert sipped his soup, visibly irritated at the mention of Sherilyn. "She's so obsessed with dieting. Let her be!"

"Oh Caroline shook her head with a smile. "Told you so. Here, have some more."

By two o'clock in the afternoon, the surgery was over. It went smoothly, and Sylvia was moved to her room.

The doctor gave Gilbert a detailed rundown. "The first 24 hours post-operation are critical. If possible, it'd be best to have a family member stay. We have nursing staff, but the elderly often prefer the company of their loved ones."

"I will!"

"Me too!"

Sherilyn spoke

deferred, "Mr. Johnson should make the call. If Mr. Johnson stays, that's

Johnson might not be as attentive as a young lady

added, "Of course. It is just my suggestion. You should do what works best

to speak but

the decision, looking at

shook

to make it up to her, even asking her boss Colin for some time of to do that. "At least you're showing some gratitude." Gilbert then turned to Caroline, "What were you

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with a gentle smile, "I'm afraid I won't be here when Sylvia wakes up. I have

reassured her softly, "Grandma always loves you and understands your

Glancing at his watch,

the room, Sylvia was still unconscious, wearing an oxygen mask and hooked up

notify the nurses if the IV bag ran empty or if the

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