Chapter 199

Chapter 199 It was a beautiful day - spring sunshine , clear blue skies stretching endlessly overhead . Thalia's doctor had confirmed her wound was healing nicely . She could be discharged in about a week . In the afternoon , tempted by the perfect weather , Thalia decided to visit the garden downstairs for some fresh air . This private hospital belonged to the Winters Group . She'd initially been taken to the nearest public hospital after being shot .

Randolph had wanted to transfer her immediately , but doctors advised against moving her so soon after she'd left intensive care . For her wellbeing , Randolph had reluctantly followed their recommendation . After the Blackwood funeral , she'd finally been transferred to her family's hospital to complete her recovery . After days of continuous rain that had matched everyone's gloomy mood , the sunshine was a welcome relief .

Thalia left her room and headed downstairs , her bodyguard Alana walking beside her . As she exited the elevator and stepped outside the main building , Thalia spotted a familiar figure . Sienna Carroll . What was she doing here ? Recently , the defamation case against Sienna had concluded its first hearing . Sienna had been found guilty and sentenced to one year in prison . Unsatisfied with the verdict , she'd filed an appeal . The case was still in the appeals process .

As plaintiff and defendant , they were absolute adversaries - why would Sienna come to the Winters ' hospital ? Sienna clearly didn't realize this facility belonged to the Winters Group . The garden Thalia was heading toward lay in Sienna's direction . She walked forward . As she drew closer , Thalia noticed Sienna's face was ashen , her eyes red and swollen . Sienna had been crying intensely - an unusual sight .

marriage into the Ashcroft family . Now she sat alone , sobbing inconsolably . Thalia couldn't help

raised an eyebrow . " I should be asking you that question . Shouldn't you be busy planning your wedding with Drake ? What brings you to a hospital ? " Considering Ashcroft Group's current situation and Sienna's obvious distress , Thalia understood immediately . Sienna had come for an abortion . Thalia knew exactly what had happened to Ashcroft Group . Its downfall had been her

The Ashcroft family had become a sinking ship , and Sienna clearly had no intention of

announcements . Change of plans ? " Thalia's words were calculated to strike exactly where it hurt most . Sure enough , Sienna's expression darkened further . " None of your business , " she snapped . " I mean , we have

with anger . " You're doing this on purpose , aren't you ? " " Absolutely , " Thalia replied with a smile that didn't reach her eyes . " Let me guess why you're here today - abortion appointment ? " Heirocc 99.1 % Chapter

? " Sienna backtracked . " I'm here for a prenatal checkup . " " Oh , I see , " Thalia replied , seeing through the lie but choosing not to press further . Her expression turned knowing as her

Miss Winters , there's a lady outside asking to see you , " the nurse said respectfully , well aware that Thalia was the owner's daughter . " Did she give her name ? " Thalia asked ,

, Drake's mother . If Margret was seeking her out now , it must relate to Ashcroft Group's situation . Thalia had no desire to see her . " Please tell her I'm recovering and not receiving visitors , " she told the nurse . " Of course . " How had Margret discovered which hospital she was in ? Only her family

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