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CHAPTER 20

Author: Faridarh
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-03 16:42:24

As Isabella stood there, frozen in shock, Steve turned and walked away, disappearing into the crowd. Isabella's eyes followed him, her mind racing with questions. What was he doing here? And why was he looking at her like that?

It was Steve......

Frozen in shock, her mind racing with questions. James noticed Isabella wasn't comfortable, and turned to her. "What's wrong? Are you okay?" he asked, noticing the look of shock on her face.

Isabella hesitated, unsure of what to say. Should she tell James about Steve, or should she keep it to herself?

But before she could say anything, the doctor came out to meet them. "Ah, Mr. James, I'm glad I caught you," he said. "Your father is stable for now, but he needs all the rest he can get."

James's face lit up with relief. "Thank God," he said. "I was so worried about him."

The doctor nodded sympathetically. "I understand," he said. "But please, you should worry less; there won't be any cause for alarm. Your father will be properly taken ca
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