The CEO’s Ex-Wife Is A Famous Doctor

Chapter 57: The Party Invite

“The healing is good, Uncle. Don’t stress too much. Normally, it will take up to six weeks to heal from an open heart surgery,”

Shantelle said after checking Erick’s chest wound. “You must have received detailed

instructions from your cardiologist.

Maintain your medication and keep monitoring your heart rhythm.”

Many words were said at their

reconciliation. The Scotts primarily were apologetic about keeping Lucas from the Thompsons, but Clara and Erick did not want to dig up the past anymore. To them, it was the time to heal and move forward.

Thus, after Evan’s and Shantelle’s parents had talked, Erick requested the excellent doctors to check his chest. It led them to

Erick’s bedroom, where he took off his shirt

and lay down.

“Shanty, when can I return to my previous

activities? I want to run again.” Erick laughed because he had not been running for a while, even before his bypass, but he

undoubtedly wanted to get back in shape.

“You’ll need to undergo cardio therapy first,

uncle. Slow and steady wins the race,” she

remarked with a smile.

“Did you hear that, son?” Erick said, looking at Evan, who was standing by the door. Slow and steady.”

William groaned while Shantelle raised both

her browse. 1

The Scotts had lunch at the Thompsons, and

in the afternoon, Evan’s lawyers dropped by to give Shantelle the transfer documents to the house. When she signed the papers, she

told Evan, “I have about two million dollars. I can pay you back part of the cost for the

house and -”

“No, Shanty, please. I insist. I told you then, and let me tell you again, it’s my gift to you

and your family – one of my ways to

apologize about the past. Please, let me,” Evan insisted. William had agreed to put the

estate in Shantelle’s name since she was

their only daughter. Thus, only Shantelle was needed for the transfer deeds.

passed down to him

out.

that, Shantelle signed the papers away. The only document left unfurnished was the request to change Lucas’

during that day’s gathering.

***

Days came and went.

the Scotts’ return to Warlington,

conversation, adding more fun to their video calls. So far, Evan had also consistently spoken to Lucas

few times, but he

Shantelle or William should he

call Lucas in

Scott back, the anxiety about the organ donor

been lifted from Shantelle’s

was now William’s responsibility.

usual routine, Shantelle still had her bodyguards, taking turns protecting her.

had to be done.

William invited Shantelle

she made it in,

reputable hospitals in the city. As you know, the mayor’s family is very wealthy. They have businesses all over the city. Now,

hospital wanted me to

added. “However, the event is a fancy

no longer has

week’s leave, and he can’t go either,” William added. “And don’t worry,

be with me? ” She

Shanty. Someone who has also been invited to the party,”

around, he saw Keith Henderson, entering with a bouquet in his hands. He had that wide grin when

“Shanty! I miss you. How have you

the flowers, and Keith hugged her. She embraced back. “I forgot

the party and business,

course,” Keith replied.

will not allow uninvited guests to attend the event.

will look after you. You won’t be alone, and when it’s your turn to talk about our hospital’s achievements, you are most knowledgeable

received a call from the administration building. He excused himself. “I need to take care of something. You both plan for the event. It’s this coming weekend. Lock the

She did a few times, out of respect. He also called concerning insurance coverage in which she

“How are

a few times, by the way. She said she

do need to speak to her, but I’ve been busy,” Shantelle replied. She sat on the chair and asked, “Have you and Evan

he never did. Instead, he is avoiding me.” Keith admitted. “In fact, Wendell is not talking to me, and Sean keeps shaking his head whenever he spends

club.”

for a long time. You will mend things eventually,” Shantelle suggested. She

you flowers. It shouldn’t make you

different she was

him now.

how to act in front of you

place,” Keith cut off her

say.

see you at the

can pick you

Thank you, Keith, but I can go there on my own,” she insisted. “Besides,

the guards, about that. Shanty, I’m sorry I wasn’t around to protect you,