Chapter 18

Soon, Ivan Levin, the Barretts’ family doctor, rushed over.

Timothy looked at the blisters on the back of Mia’s hand. His gaze darkened as he barked at Mia, “Why are you just standing there? Sit down!”

Mia moved toward the couch, but Sharon shoved her aside. “Stop getting in the way. Quick, Dr. Levin. Take a look at Maya’s hand. We wouldn’t want her wound to leave a scar.”

Sitting on the couch, Maya glanced smugly at Mia.

Mia stood rooted in her spot. It was as if she didn’t care at all. Timothy took a quick look at her but didn’t say anything.

Ivan set down his medical bag and started to inspect Maya’s wrist. All he found was a bit of redness. There wasn’t even a cut on her skin.

With a complicated look on his face, Ivan said, “I don’t think I need to check on her.”

didn’t get treated on time?

in just half an hour. Ms. Mia is the one who

the living room fell

said reluctantly, “Let the doctor check on her first, Mrs. Barrett. It’s fine. I’m

do you mean you’re not in a hurry?” Sharon exclaimed. “She’s just a poor orphan. How can she

It’s not like she’s dying. It’s different for you. If you get a scar, your brothers

assured Sharon, “I won’t tell my brothers,

that? Ms. Lane is kind

contrary, she’s the one

dare you try to twist things around, Mia? Who else could’ve done it if

background like you would be jealous of Ms. Lane because she comes from

many times before. I demand that you apologize to Ms.

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