Chapter 712
Chapter 712:
If Yelena’s words held no sway, then Dennis certainly couldn’t comment.
Yelena caught Dennis’s eye and slightly shook her head, gesturing for him to keep her secret.
Despite his confusion over her choice to hide her identity even from her family, Dennis respected her decision.
“I informed Miss Roberts about Mrs. Harris’ condition,” Dennis said.
Bella, realizing her mistake, offered an awkward smile and apology. “Oh, I see. I’m sorry, Yelena. I misunderstood p>
Yelena’s response was frosty. “Next time, be sure of what you say before saying it to avoid becoming a nuisance p>
Bella shrank back, her gaze dropping to her toes as she murmured, “I understand, I’m sorry p>
Initially intent on playing the victim, Bella looked up only to find that the room’s attention had shifted to Donna, who was surrounded by a comforting crowd.
“You should have someone accompany you when you go out. It’s too risky alone,” Callum said with a stern look.
Donna smiled, gently patting Callum’s hand. “You worry too much, dear. I’m okay. The doctor mentioned my fainting was likely triggered by p>
Something, and a little stimulation might even help jog my memory.
In fact, Yelena had said all this. However, Donna noticed Yelena preferred to keep her identity hidden from Callum and the others, so she respected her wishes and kept it to herself.
Bella felt overlooked and, unable to voice her frustration, joined Donna to show her concern. Yet, the response to Bella was lukewarm.
Donna was recovering well, and Yelena took that moment to address their parents. “Mom, Dad, you guys head home first. I actually came to see a friend who was in a car accident p>
– 𝗟𝗲𝗚𝗜𝗧 𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗧
Donna nodded. “That explains your rush. Go ahead, you’ve been here long enough. I’ll manage p>
“Okay, I’ll check on her and then head home p>
“Alright p>
Meanwhile, Bella was on a call, ignoring Yelena’s parting words.
“You’re not feeling well? I can’t leave at the moment. My mom’s hospitalized, and I’m really concerned about her p>
After offering words of comfort to her friend, Bella ended the call. Donna reassured her and said, “Bella, I’m actually fine. If your friend needs you, you should go p>
Bella shook her head. “No, family comes first for me.” She clasped Donna’s hand. “Mom, can I stay with you p>
“Of course,” Donna replied, squeezing her hand gently.
Bella appeared devoted, but inwardly, she was pleased with herself.
Her staged call was meant to cast her in a more favorable light than Yelena, positioning herself as the more devoted daughter.
Cayson, observing Bella, was pensive.
He wondered if his eyes were deceiving him. Had he really just seen a smug smile on Bella’s face?
Unaware of Cayson’s scrutiny, Bella continued her conversation with Donna.
When Yelena reached Maggie’s room, Maggie was looking over photos and videos she had of Lena, her affection growing with each view.
At the sound of a knock at the door, Maggie said, “Come in p>