Chapter 2235

As Balfour sat silently by Ivy’s bedside, watching her sleep, thirty minutes slipped away like sand through an hourglass.

Before leaving, he sought out the attending physician and the room nurse. They were outside the room, ready to attend to any patient’s need at a moment’s notice.

“Mr. Howard.”

Balfour nodded in acknowledgment. “I need to head home for a bit. I should be back…” He glanced at his watch, “within the hour. Please keep a close eye on Ivy for me. When she wakes up, just tell her I’ll be right back.”

They nodded, affirming what was already part of their duties.

With urgency, Balfour left the hospital and drove back to the Howard family estate.

“Master Balfour…”

He waved his hand to dismiss the formalities.

Bag in hand, he went straight to their bedroom to pack for Ivy. Seeing her in such a weakened state, he thought it best if she stayed in the hospital for a couple more days for observation.

overlook something while packing Ivy’s belongings, Balfour decided to handle it

he was about to leave, his

It was Mara.

“Hello?” Balfour answered.

worried Ivy would wake up and think he’d left her again.

he heard a soft sobbing on

are you crying? What happened?” Balfour asked, a frown creasing

prodded, Mara remained silent on the

the time, he noted there was still a while before he had

a seat in the

something you need to say, you better spill

pitifully, wiping away tears haphazardly.

you. You don’t need to worry about me.”

you mean I shouldn’t worry? If you’re in trouble or if something’s bothering you, you need to tell me so I can help.”

his surprise, her sobbing

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