Chapter 376
Chapter 376:
Meanwhile, Donna and Katelyn—blissfully unaware of the truth—couldn’t help but worry about Bella’s condition, and they practically dragged her to the hospital for a check-up. On the way, Bella voiced her doubts. “What if they deny everything? How do we handle that p>
Her sharp gaze landed on Bernice, who caught on immediately.
“Relax, Bella. I’ll record everything on my phone!” Bernice assured her with a sly smile.
Bella smirked, her tone dripping with mock affection. “You’re a gem, cousin. Always so reliable p>
Bernice, basking in the rare praise, quickly retrieved her phone and started recording.
In an era where young people were always glued to their screens, Donna and Katelyn didn’t think twice about the gesture.
At the hospital, Bella skipped the usual protocols, taking a private route straight to the lab. Within minutes, her blood test was complete. Once the results were in, they sat across from the doctor, her nerves on edge.
“It’s a standard allergic reaction,” the doctor explained. “I’ll prescribe antihistamines. With proper care, you’ll recover in three to five days, or at most a week. However, in rare cases, this could develop into chronic urticaria. If that happens, you might need steroids. The treatment could take months, even longer, to fully resolve,” he added gravely.
Bella’s heart dropped. “What?” she blurted, her voice laced with disbelief.
She had read up on allergies—they were supposed to be minor inconveniences, not long-term nightmares. The doctor’s words didn’t align with what she’d expected.
Sensing an opportunity, Yelena, who had tagged along under the guise of concern, couldn’t resist stirring the pot. “Steroids? Aren’t those known for causing serious side effects? Like… swelling and heavy weight gain p>
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The doctor nodded. “That’s correct. Weight gain is a common side effect, and losing it can be a real challenge p>
Bella’s face turned pale as the implications sank in. Donna’s voice trembled slightly as she asked, “What are we supposed to do now? We don’t even know what triggered this. What if it’s something we can’t avoid p>
The doctor offered a calm, professional smile. “Don’t worry. A blood test will help us pinpoint the cause. Once we have the results, we’ll know exactly what we’re dealing with p>
The idea of a clear answer about her allergens sounded promising, but Bella’s stomach twisted. She had read online that identifying the source of an allergy was notoriously difficult. However, the doctor was suggesting otherwise. Could it really be that simple?
“I don’t want a blood test!” Bella blurted out, her voice rising with nervousness. “I’m scared p>
Katelyn raised an eyebrow, her tone practical yet firm. “Scared of a blood test? Don’t be! We’re all here for you. Bella, if Moda Style’s clothes really caused this, we need solid proof to take action. With today’s technology, we don’t have to suffer in silence anymore. We’re gonna make them pay p>
Her words carried weight, but Bella’s reluctance remained.
“Exactly,” Donna added, her tone warm yet resolute. “In this family, no one has to endure anything alone. We stand together as family and we look out for each other p>
“Mom…” Bella hesitated, clutching her hands tightly. “I’m afraid of blood p>
Donna’s brow furrowed in confusion. “Afraid of blood? Since when?” She searched Bella’s face, trying to reconcile this revelation with the daughter she thought she knew. Had she overlooked something?
Donna’s life had always revolved around putting others first, often to her own detriment. If Bella had been harboring this fear, was it Donna’s fault for not noticing?
Bella sensed Donna’s hesitation and let out a quiet sigh of relief. For the moment, she seemed to have dodged a bullet.
But Yelena, standing quietly in the corner, was far from convinced. If Bella thought she could walk away unscathed while scheming against Moda Style, she had another thing coming. Mercy was not part of the equation.