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Chapter 793 How Should She Explain It to Him?

Author: Lana Mora
last update Last Updated: 2025-04-15 09:47:32

The husband and wife exchanged glances, instantly understanding each other's concerns.

As for whether the young man's words were true or not, they would need to privately question their daughter—or better yet, do some investigating themselves.

Scott sensed their unease and guessed they wanted to have a talk with Julissa. Understanding the situation, he tactfully stood up, saying he had work to attend to and would return later in the evening.

Before leaving, he glanced at Julissa. "Get some rest. I'll be back later."

Julissa waved at him absentmindedly, feeling a wave of relief now that the "meeting" was over. At least nothing too disastrous had happened.

As soon as Scott stepped out of the hospital room, he let out a deep breath. His back was already damp with sweat.

That was more nerve-wracking than a business negotiation...

But he could tell that Julissa’s parents were honest, down-to-earth people who deeply loved their daughter. Growing up in such a warm and caring family, it was n
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