Kathryn hesitated to confront Jessica, especially given Kelly's distressing state.However, Jessica was sensitive enough to notice something was off when Kathryn failed to appear at the hospital for three consecutive days.…Kathryn woke up the next day.Nalia returned to get some items and told her, "Ms. Jessica hasn't seen you in a while. Now, she has started overthinking."Her heart trembled at what Nalia said.When Chris asked her not to meddle in this matter four days ago, she had blindly trusted Chris since.Now, things had gone terribly wrong, and she couldn't help but blame herself.So, she intentionally avoided reaching out and had Chris' team handle everything.Kathryn's heart was caught in her throat upon learning Jessica was overthinking again. "What else did she say?""She asked about Ms. Kelly."Kathryn felt as if a part of her heart was gone when Nalia said Jessica had asked about Kelly.Mothers would always know if something happened to their children. She w
When Jessica learned that Kathryn had found a teacher for Kelly, her face relaxed. She asked, "How is she coping with the teacher?""She is doing well. Since it's not a traditional school environment, it's easier for her to adjust. Don't worry."Jessica nodded. "Okay. Please help me take good care of her."Kelly still required an education, and Jessica's primary concern was her schooling after dropping out. Jessica believed she couldn't postpone it any further, especially considering Kelly's age and the importance of her receiving a proper education.However, Jessica had second thoughts upon recalling the harm Kelly had endured in school. She would rather prioritize Kelly's safety over her education if she had to choose. "Sorry for troubling you," Jessica said sadly.Jessica felt indebted to Kathryn. Although they weren't related by blood, Kathryn had taken care of everything for her during her illness, and now Kathryn was even helping her look after Kelly. Kathryn said, "Plea
Jessica's face paled at Kathryn's statement. She found it hard to catch her breath. She was appalled at the thought of the man being similar to Wendy and Krista. Having witnessed Krista's true nature recently, Jessica couldn't shake off the unsettling feeling.The mention of Wendy brought back unbearable memories from her childhood. Back then, she genuinely believed she would die at Wendy's hands. "If Kelly's father is like them, he would not be Kelly's hope. He would be her demise."Kathryn said everything she could, hoping to ignite Jessica's desire to live.Chris had mentioned he was trying to persuade Krista to proceed with Jessica's operation, but Kathryn wasn't confident it would work. Despite the uncertainties, she fervently hoped for Jessica's successful operation.Jessica and Kathryn continued to talk for a while.Before Kathryn left, she informed Jessica, "I won't bring Kelly to the hospital for a while. She left the hospital with the flu last time.""What? Kelly ha
Kathryn turned and stared at Byron as he faded into the distance. Eventually, she got into her car, feeling as clueless as a newborn baby. She thought of heading to the Albert Group.The situation with Jessica and Kelly had reached a dead end. Kathryn was anxious, but there was nothing she could do.In this moment of uncertainty, she decided to head to the Albert Group and seek out Chris. She wanted to understand his plan to convince Krista to donate her bone marrow to Jessica.As she settled into the car, a knock on her car window caught her attention. Turning, she saw Krista standing outside, her eyes void of warmth, now colder than ever.She opened the door and stepped out, no longer afraid of Krista. Upon seeing her, Krista sported a proud smile. "What's up? Here to see your sickly sister again, huh?"Kathryn stared at the kidnapper, harboring a strong desire to see Krista in jail. If Krista wasn't the only match for Jessica's bone marrow, Kathryn might have ripped her to sh
When Kathryn Krista's words, she stopped in her tracks and turned her head to look at her. "What do you mean?""Phineas is Chris' brother. You have Chris kidnap his brother for your sister. If this isn't dancing around the boundaries of morality, what is?" Krista's tone was harsh.This sentence seemed to nail Kathryn onto the cross with eternal damnation. Krista was implying that she was the cause of it all. Needless to say, Krista was skilled at gaslighting others.However, it was to no avail. Kathryn, while not always the sharpest tool in the shed, was not easily fooled."Chris and I are dancing around the boundaries of morality?""You are technically Phineas' sister-in-law. If word gets out that Phineas was kidnapped, how would the public perceive you and Chris?"Kathryn was confused about how this had anything to do with what happened. Krista seemed to be offering a carrot and a stick—humiliating Jessica and Kelly first and now attempting to guilt-trip Kathryn.Kathryn wante
Kathryn had no idea when Byron and Chris started keeping their interactions under wraps. She couldn't pinpoint when Byron began appearing more frequently at the hospital, and despite Chris asking Tara to search for Kelly's father, there had been no updates.Now, Byron had kidnapped Phineas. While the Hunt family might have had issues with Krista, taking Phineas seemed extreme.Kathryn had been preoccupied with the complexities involving her, the Winchesters, and Krista, not delving too deeply into the situation. However, Krista's words triggered an epiphany, providing instant answers to her lingering questions.Byron had kidnapped Phineas to coerce Krista into proceeding with Jessica's operation. That could only mean one thing—Byron was Kelly's father.As Kathryn posed the question to Chris, she scrutinized his face for the slightest reaction. Chris, taken aback by the inquiry, chuckled. "Have you finally realized?""So, it's true!"When Chris didn't deny it, Kathryn felt her c
Kathryn's world finally seemed to have some room to breathe. However, the revelation of this matter marked the beginning of something new.…At the hospital, Krista and Byron stood on the rooftop. Byron, one hand in the pocket of his suit trousers, took a drag of his cigarette and said coldly, "I won't give you too much time to think about this. If you can't give me a definite answer by tomorrow, you will receive an item from Phineas.""What item?" Krista's face grew colder upon hearing his words.Byron looked at her with emotionless, cold eyes. "What do you think you'll receive? I don't believe you're naïve enough to think I'd give you an item of clothing from him."Byron's reference to an "item" suggested something that would force her to make a quick decision, something that would terrify her upon seeing it. Krista found it increasingly difficult to breathe, and Byron's sarcastic comment only heightened her anxiety. Her face was drained of color. "Are you willing to make enem
Amidst the apparent joy, Krista was sure that Franco had no attention for anything or anyone else."You're so blessed, Ms. Pine," Krista mockingly remarked, instantly silencing the laughter in the room. Frank stood behind Krista. He looked at Franco with remorse, realizing he had failed to prevent Krista's entry. Perhaps it was because Krista had been the previous lady of the house. Frank had forgotten Franco's instructions not to allow her in if she ever appeared again.When Franco saw Krista, his expression turned cold instantly while the smile on Marigold's face froze. She felt awkward.Observing the drastic change in their demeanor, Krista continued, "When I gave birth to Phineas, you were always busy and never home. Now, you know the joy of having a baby at home. What a rare sight!"When Krista gave birth to Phineas, Franco hired the best nutritionist and nanny to care for her and Phineas. At the time, she had appreciated Franco's efforts, but witnessing him personally car