The Cherished Wife

Upon hearing that, Milo's expression froze. He had not expected to be at a disadvantage so soon. Whenever he tried to be indirect with Charles, Charles would play the same game but even better. Milo could not figure out where Charles got that trait, but one thing was certain it was far from endearing.

Milo could not just admit it. He would give up his last bit of leverage if he admitted Janet was sick. That was a no-go.

Charles was as cool as a cucumber since he was not the one needing a favor. He was curious to see how far Milo would go for Janet.

He had always pegged Milo as a calculative man. Janet was his first love's child from a fling with another guy. Despite her having her mom's knockout looks, her illness was a hard fact.

Charles brewed some coffee and checked the time. "Uncle, shouldn't you be visiting my mom instead of hanging out here and wasting time?"

controlling his rage. "Spill

of a molehill, Uncle.

to stay calm. "I

I'm confused!" Charles slid a cup of coffee Milo's way. "Aren't you making this

Janet's had an episode, and she's in the hospital, but they won't let me see her. That's your handiwork, right?" Milo was livid. "She's your sister, for crying out loud How can you do

are you getting so worked up,

cool, and that was when Charles set his coffee cup down, leaned back, and casually tapped the table like he had all the time in the world. "What's wrong with Janet? I have no clue. If

a soft laugh. "Ah, so you've come to bring your daughter home!" It clicked, and he smiled. "That's great news. Ms. Baker has been away for too long. It's not good for herto be out and about all the time. As the Baker family's treasured daughter, she should be cared for at home. It wouldn't be good if she got into trouble and word got out."

words. "You're right. I'm planning to take Janet back