Chapter 867

Upon seeing Monica enter, Kyle instinctively shielded Zoe behind him. "Mom, is there something you need?"

Monica appeared somewhat displeased, not only with Zoe's cautious demeanor but also with her son's defensive stance. She coldly retorted, "Can't I come to check on Zoe? Do you think I'm a tiger that might eat her?"

Kyle felt somewhat helpless and explained, "Mom, that's not what I meant."

Monica huffed. "I can see it in your attitude."

She then approached the bed and looked at Zoe, forcing a faint smile. "Zoe, don't be afraid. I won't harm you. I'm just here to see you. Is your back still hurting?"

Zoe shook her head weakly and replied, "It doesn't hurt anymore. Mabes had applied some medicine earlier."

"That's good." Monica nodded. She could not help but sigh as she looked at Zoe's frail appearance. "I had the chef prepare some nourishing food for you. It will be sent up shortly. You should eat more."

Monica then shifted her gaze to her son and remarked, "Have you been negl