Chapter 126

Connor’s attention shifted from Timothy to Mia lying on the bed, a flicker of suspicion igniting within him.

Could the child be Timothy’s?

Timothy’s recurring involvement with the Lane family women only deepened Connor’s speculations.

Avoiding Connor’s penetrating gaze, Mia pleaded softly, “Please prescribe a fever–reducing medication for me. However, given my condition, there are specific drugs I can’t take. Please be mindful.”

Her hushed plea served as a subtle reminder to Connor about her pregnancy, stressing the need for discretion in Timothy’s presence.

Pushing aside his swirling thoughts, Connor turned to Genevieve, “Prepare the prescription and the necessary medication.”

“Shouldn’t she have an IV drip?” Timothy interjected, shooting a perplexed glance.

Annoyed, Connor replied, “IV drips can sometimes do more harm than good.”

“But her fever is alarmingly high,” Timothy countered.

challenge with a steely gaze, Connor retorted, “Are you the attending doctor here, or am I? If

the two men, silently hoping

quickly darkened, yet he held his silence,

Genevieve arrived with the prescribed medication in hand.

she informed, “Dr. Lane, they’re calling for

regained his composure and turned to Mia, instructing, “Please take your medication now; I’ll be back later.”

with a nod, Mia

by the bedside, Mia watched Connor exit the room, a sense of relief

she didn’t realize she needed. With

with the Barrett family today, her secret would have

be a blessing

beside her, Mia realized the water dispenser was across

mustered the energy to get up, Timothy stepped forward, taking the paper cup

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and reflecting on how he had escorted her to the hospital, Mia recognized that

returned, Mia averted her gaze, accepting the cup of water he

more, Mia noticed Timothy still

his gaze, she said, “Thank you for bringing me here. I’ll manage on my own

with sarcasm. “Do you think I have

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