Chapter 1421

Jeremy had not expected Linnie to walk over as well and he secretly glanced at the situation through the peephole from the corner of his eye before replying plainly, “I’m not. I was just about to open the door.”

He smiled softly before opening the door.

When the door was opened, Madeline was met with an alluring young lady standing right outside their room.

The lights may have been dim last night, but Madeline would remember such ethereal features.

Shirley watched Madeline give herself a good look and was reminded of how Madeline found out about her late-night talk with Jeremy. She smiled unconcernedly and was about to speak when Madeline suddenly walked up to her with a friendly smile.

“Hello. I’m Eveline, Jeremy’s wife. Jeremy already told me about how you helped him when he wasn’t doing well during that half a year. Thank you for letting my husband come back to me.”

“…” A confused look flashed through Shirley’s eyes.

She suspected if Madeline was mocking her, but the other’s smile was sincere.

“What’s your name?”

spoke as she gave a generous smile. “You’re too kind, Mrs. Whitman. I’m just a doctor. It’s my duty to help the injured. I’m glad as well to see that my patient’s situation is taking a

I

cold glint flashed through Jeremy’s eyes

you from Glendale as well, Miss Shirley?”

“I am. My parents passed long ago, but I

have many friends outside of work, Mrs. Whitman. I’m

her offer, but he heard Madeline

to be your friend. You’ve helped Jeremy so

woman’s expression was filled with glee. “If you’ll excuse me, Mrs. Whitman, Jeremy, I won’t bother you two anymore then. I wish you a nice

you. Goodbye.” Madeline bade

spoke sharply and turned to take Madeline’s hand to close the door without even

door close, the woman paused her footsteps and turned to glance

Madeline’s reaction. ‘Didn’t she see everything last night?

the rejection she had

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