Chapter 180

Bailey could be called a real whizz at domestic chores. He used to whip up meals for me quite often.

It had been a while since I last tasted his cooking I guess trying it again wouldn’t hurt.

All right, my folks will be back soon. Why don’t you start cooking so we can all eat together?I set down my cello, stretching my stiff shoulders and

orms.

Bailey nodded and headed downstairs to cook while I went and had a relaxing bath, looking forward to a good night’s sleep after dinner.

By the time my parents returned, Bailey had prepared a few homely dishes that smelled delicious. My mom invited him to join us, but he declined.

You should head home and get some rest then.I said.

OkayBailey looked at me, seeming like be wanted to say something, but ended up just sighing helplessly before leaving

I’ve been feeling pretty laid back recently, lazing around doing nothing much. After dinner, I went upstairs to bed, picked up a book, and began to read.

It wasn’t until Alicia appeared at my bedroom door that I thought I was hallucinating.

Alicia came in, shutting the door behind her and locking it.

Ali, what brings you here?I tossed the book aside, asking in surprise.

Neil’s been injured. Stella called your driver to let you know. Didn’t you get the message?Alicia sat down by my bed, She and Mitch are at the hospital now, too scared to inform Neil’s parents, and they can’t let the media find out

I was taken aback, Neil is hurt? Is it serious?

It’s pretty bad. That’s why I came to tell you,” Alicia sighed heavily, He’s got a head injury and needs hospitalization.

shocked. How did Neil end up getting hit on

me wasn’t going to help. I was

should rest and stop drinking so much” I replied.

and refuses to cooperate with the doctors. Otherwise, Stella wouldn’t have asked me to find you. We all don’t want any more issues between you and Neil

he was just upset with

go to the hospital. If Neil had insisted on tormenting himself like this, it was not

then, Alicia’s phone rang It was Mitch. He spoke a few words and then asked me

me a favor? Right now, it seems like you’re the only one who can get through to him. He refuses treatment and won’t take his medicine or get his shots.” Mitch pleaded desperately, “I understand this

coldly. “It’s his own damn

please do this for me. Neil and I have been good friends for many years. Seeing him hurt like

I stood Neil up a

of his mind right now, I can’t guarantee if my words will have any

when you get

and change my clothes, then asked, ‘Are you still

the indirect reasons he’s been drinking heavily.

concerned about

and I came downstairs, we found Sean there too, chatting over

getting along quite well.

a late–night snack; he promised he’d make sure Rena gets home safe” Alicia told my

hesitated. If I were to go, there would be Stella, possibly

friend of mine going with us too,

of us, my parents immediately relaxed, “All

OkayI agreed.

Once we got in the car,

There were quite a few blood stains on

lying on his side with blood flowing onto the pillow, staining

you’re here!” Mitch’s eyes instantly lit up.

to stir a bit when he heard Mitch’s words.

examining his wound, I asked, “How old are you? Still getting drunk and getting into fights, you’re the only son your parents have. Do you want them to outlive their child?*

blood still stained his long,

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