Chapter 231

The doctor said nothing, feeling compelled to stay put.

Guards always kept vigil in the hallway, and the Rowland family arrived swiftly, with Tessa’s dad, Austin, being the first to show.

Austin had secured his standing in the Rowland family thanks to his daughter, Tessa. Hearing of her plight, he had rushed over from out of town. “How are you feeling now, darling?” Austin inquired as he approached Tessa’s bedside.

Tessa coughed a few times, gesturing for the doctor to update her father. Reluctantly, the doctor complied. “Tessa’s condition is quite serious. Had we not acted quickly, I’m afraid… Moving forward, she should avoid crowded places.”

Austin’s fists clenched in anger. “I heard it was Spencer’s ex–fiancée who caused this mess?”

Tessa had always played it smart around her family, never stirring trouble unless someone else foolishly provoked her.

into the room. “It was indeed

to his feet, his eyes glinting coldly. “Where is that

taken her in custody. They’re waiting for you

Tessa, her cheeks turning a bright red. “Let the

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smearing your name, claiming she’s seen you checking into hotels with men more than once. If that kind of talk reaches Andrew, what will he think?”

Tessa had lived a sheltered life for years. Where would she find the time for such escapades? Brielle was blatantly

his daughter’s well–being. Austin quickly reassured her. “Darling, I’ll get you out of here to recuperate at home. As for Brielle, leave her to me. She won’t leave the

had crossed a line and would pay the price. “Dad, please make the arrangements. I can’t stand the smell

about a possible discharge. The doctor internally rolled his

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