Chapter 184 Discharged From The Hospital
During the meeting previously, Christina had suspected whether Emilia had something to do with
Madison.
From the look of things now, their relationship isn’t all that great. Why did Emilia ask her for hush money? Did they do something vile? Could it be that they were the ones who planned the kidnapping?
Questions lingered within her, but she knew that she would undoubtedly alarm them if she were to make a move to confront them.
After mulling the matter over, she decided that it was safer to investigate things secretly.
Leaving from the back stairwell, she went into the office.
Right then, Madison was discussing work matters with Nathaniel with a document in her hand. When she saw Christina entering the office, her lips curved into a smile. “Since Mrs. Hadley is here, I’ll excuse myself first and leave you two to it.”
Her graceful and understanding attitude made it seem as though she was an entirely different person from when she was on the top floor carlier, striking much fear into Christina.
As Madison brushed past her, the woman flashed her an icy smile that made her shudder.
Only after the office door slammed shut did Christina snap back to reality. She breathed a soft sigh of relief.
“What’s wrong?” Noticing the ashen look on her face, Nathaniel lifted his hand and rested it against her forehead lightly to take her temperature.
Hmm, she’s not running a fever. Why does she look so pale?
Christina gathered her wits about her. She raised her chin and pouted. “Everything’s fine. I’m hungry.”
“I’ll have the cafeteria deliver some food up.”
A few minutes later, a feast was spread across the coffee table.
Without standing on ceremony, Christina started eating. Nathaniel helped her peel the prawns and filled her bowl with food.
Seeing the sheer amount of food in her bowl, she huffed, “Stop taking food for me. We’re the only ones eating here, so there’s no competition.”
It was not until then that Nathaniel stopped taking food for her. “Let’s eat.”
After they finished eating, the chef served dessert. Eating a bowl of hot dessert, Christina found herself suffused with warmth.
There was still some time before it was time to start work, so she rested on the couch while leaning against Nathaniel’s shoulder.
When Christina got off work, she took time out of her schedule to visit her mother.
Upon arriving at the hospital, she was informed by the doctor that Sharon was recovering well due to the timely medical intervention and having recuperated for two months.
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She could be discharged from the hospital anytime.
It so happened that it was the weekend tomorrow. Christina decided to come over the next day and handle the discharge procedures for her mother.
Sharon agreed as well.
Early the following morning, the driver was already waiting at the door by the time Christina wanted to leave the house.
“Mrs. Hadley, Mr. Hadley has given the order that I’m to drive you personally no matter where you go today.” That aside, I’m to report your whereabouts to him.
Christina did not refuse the offer. Getting into the car, she instructed the driver to head to the hospital directly.
After settling the discharge procedures, she left with Sharon.
Coincidentally, Miranda, who was visiting the hospital, witnessed that scene.
“That damn girl is actually picking that b*tch up from the hospital in a Rolls–Royce!” she snarled through gritted teeth.
As she recalled the few slaps she had suffered courtesy of Christina at Radiant Corporation the other day, she felt her face stinging hotly even then.
Emilia supported Miranda, likewise green with envy. “Why is Christina so lucky? What’s so great about her?”
I was the one who enjoyed the best of everything since young. Why have things turned the other way around now that we’ve grown up? I’ve failed to secure both acting and endorsement deals. Worse still, I’ve even been blacklisted by all netizens. The movies I acted in previously have been taken off the shelves, and all my peers are condemning me for dragging them down with me. Absolutely no one is willing to work with me!
The instant Miranda remembered that it was because of Christina that she was kicked out of the house, fury brewed within her. “I’ll definitely have my revenge one day!”
Someday, my chance will come!
Emilia’s gaze darkened frightfully. Well, there’s always a way out. Taking out her phone, she called a woman she was previously acquainted with.
She made the woman’s acquaintance when she went to a clubhouse to have some fun. The woman specialized in being a middle person who arranged for introductions between willing parties.
In the past, she was reluctant to be part of such vulgar transactions since she was a celebrity. At that moment, however, it was her only way out.
As soon as the call went through, she stated, “I agree to the terms you proposed back then, Mdm. Gail.”
On the other end of the phone, the woman was over the moon that she had obtained someone new. “You should’ve listened to me earlier. Docile and dainty types like you are very much in demand.”
Meanwhile, Christina drove Sharon back to the old house. No one had occupied the space for a long time, so a layer of dust blanketed the furniture.
The moment Sharon stepped into the house, the dust made her cough several times.
“This won’t do, Mom. The air here is too bad. How are you going to live here with dust everywhere?” When Christina spoke, she felt as if she had choked on a few mouthfuls of sand.
Even Sharon sported a frown, thanks to the dust in the air. “It’s okay. Everything will be fine after I’ve wiped things down.”
Christina swept her gaze over the dust littering the entire house. Considering the poor environment and air, coupled with the fact that her mother had just been discharged from the hospital, she simply could not help worrying.
Taking Sharon’s hand, she led her toward the door. “How can I allow you to live in such an environment? Go back to Scenic Garden Manor with me first. Even if you want to live here, wait until I’ve hired a cleaning service to clean this place before returning.”
I can’t possibly abandon her in such a dust–filled house when she’s recovering right now.
That had Sharon very much conflicted. “That won’t do. Mr. Hadley… will probably mind, no?”
Christina had been married for years, but the first time she laid eyes on Nathaniel was when she saw his photo on a youth magazine cover.
Although Nathaniel had dropped by to visit her when she was sick, she was drained after the surgery back then and had little to no recollection of the meeting.
Verily, that son–in–law of hers was too much of a stranger to her.
Discerning her mother’s concern at once, Christina rea*sured confidently, “Don’t worry. Nathaniel is a great man. He’d never mind your presence but welcome you with open arms!”
“But…” Still, Sharon turned her down.
Christina heaved a sigh. To better convince her mother, she took out her phone and gave Nathaniel a call.
“What’s the matter?” Nathaniel answered the phone in no time.
Keeping things short, Christina started, “Your mother–in–law has just been discharged from the hospital today, but the house hasn’t been dusted in a long time. Can she stay a few days at Scenic Garden Manor?”
“Of course. I’ll go over and pick her up personally,” Nathaniel offered.
Christina could hear someone reporting to him at the side and reckoned that he was having a meeting. Yet, he promptly put his work aside following her words.
A wealth of warmth suffused her.
“No, it’s okay. My mother was worried about intruding on you and insisted that I call you to inform you about it,” she explained in gratification.
In a flash, her meaning dawned upon Nathaniel. “Hand her the phone.”
Christina cooperatively placed the phone on loudspeaker before bringing it to Sharon.
“Mom, my house with Christina is also your house. You’re welcome to visit anytime.” Nathaniel’s low voice sounded incredibly pleasing to the ear, tinged with a rare hint of gentleness.
Clapping a hand over her mouth, Christina stifled a giggle. This is the first time I’ve heard him uttering such polite words!
Pleasure flooded Sharon, and she replied with a chuckle, “All right, Nathaniel.”
Subsequently, Christina retrieved her phone. “Okay, I’ll bring my mother back to Scenic Garden Manor first, then. Are you coming home for dinner tonight?” she asked.
“Yeah,” Nathaniel answered.
“All right, then. I’ll be waiting for you.”
After hanging up the phone, Christina brought Sharon downstairs. Then, they headed back to Scenic
Garden Manor.
No sooner had they stepped in the door than Christina introduced Sharon to Raymond.
When the help at home learned that Sharon was Christina’s mother, they were also exceedingly respectful toward her.
Raymond had the kitchen brew some nourishing soup and cook a few more dishes.
That evening, Nathaniel came home earlier than usual.
