When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him

When Her Death' Couldn't Break Him

Chapter 1686 Live As Husband And Wife

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Nathaniel stared at the closed door, a helpless smile tugging at his lips. How long would it take before he could truly live as husband and wife with Cecilia? Even though they had been married for some time, their relationship still felt like a slow, delicate dance.

By nine in the morning. Cassandra learned Queenie had woken up.

She hurried to the hospital, arriving just as Queenie was speaking with the doctor. Her anxiety evident, she asked. "Mom, you're awake? Why didn't Caliste let me know?"

Queenie's gaze was calm as she waited for the doctor to leave before answering. "I heard from Caliste

that you stayed up all night for me. I didn't want to disturb your rest."

Feeling uneasy, Cassandra moved closer. "Mom, I'm your daughter. What's all this about disturbing me or not disturbing me? How are you feeling now? What did the doctor say?"

"I'm much better," Queenie said after a pause. "The doctor thinks I might have eaten something

unhygienic.

Cassandra's nerves tightened, but she forced herself to sound calm. "Yesterday, we had the chef recreate your meals. Did the doctor find anything?"

Queenie shook her head. "The doctor said everything prepared at home was fine. I must have eaten something unclean while dining out with a client."

Relief washed over Cassandra as her fears eased. "Just be more careful next time."

"Of course," Queenie replied, though her gaze lingered on Cassandra with a subtle intensity.

Cassandra glanced around. "Where's Ceci?"

"Now that I'm fine, she went home to rest. There's no need for her to stay here," Queenie said plainly.

Cassandra frowned. "How could she leave when you're still in the hospital? I knew it. She still doesn't see you as her mom."

Queenie listened without interrupting, offering neither agreement nor denial.

After some small talk, Cassandra claimed she had work to do and left the hospital. Before leaving, she consulted Queenie's doctor, ensuring they didn't find anything amiss.

Inside the hospital room, Queenie turned to Caliste. "Has she gone?"

Caliste nodded. "She left after speaking with the doctor."

"What did she ask the doctor?"

"She seemed to be inquiring about your condition," Caliste said carefully. "I believe Ms. Evans cares about you, even if she doesn't always show it."noveldrama

A strained smile flickered on Queenie's lips. "Perhaps."

Upon returning to the company, Cassandra headed straight for Queenie's office.

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"Ms. Evans, do you need something?"

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"My mom is still hospitalized. I'll be taking over her work for the time being." Cassandra announced. Finished

The two exchanged uncertain glances. "Please wait a moment while we confirm with Mdm. Queenie."

"Is that really necessary? I'm her daughter!" Cassandra snapped impatiently.

Not wanting to cause trouble, the assistant relented. "Well..."

"Don't worry, I've got it from here. Besides, I've already spoken to my mom about it." With that, Cassandra pushed past them and entered the office.

Once inside, she warned the staff not to inform Queenie of any office matters, claiming she didn't want her mother's recovery to be disturbed.

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