He had never seen women fight each other out of jealousy, and he was really shocked by Adinaâs explosive power that night.
She just threw out several slaps continuously, and he was not even able to react. Naturally, he ended up being splashed with two glasses of red wine too.
When Earl recalled that incident, he felt guilty for some reason.
Nothing had happened between him and Catherine , but Adina did see that inappropriate scene.
âIâm sure,â Adina said in a serious manner. âI just want to get better quickly. I want to live like a normal person who no longer has nightmares, no longer worries about losing anything, and no longer feels paranoid. Duke, help meâ¦â
Earl pursed his lips. âOkay, Iâll contact Catherine and ask her if she has time.â
As soon as he went out, Adina sighed in relief.
the bedside while various complex thoughts crossed scheming all this time.
Buzz!
suddenly that it was a video call from the instantly disappeared. She went âMommy. do you see it? Iâm in the room that you used to sleep a plush pink toy. âMommy, I want to bring this Honey first. Iâll bring you home together when the Alden said obediently.â Uncle Flintâs going to take us out for lunch later. Mommy, where his mommy looked haggard. âMommy, your dark circles are really heavy. Your hairâs messy too. Did you just wake up?â
was too much work in the company, so I stayed overnight in the office. I have to go and wash up now.
All children answered uniformly.
After she bade goodbye to the kids, Flint finally took over the phone and softly said, âAddy, you look pretty rough. What happened?â
âIâll tell you once all of this is over.â Adina forced a smile and said, âYouâre doing me a great favor by helping me to look after and protect the children. Thank you.â
âHey, thereâs no need for thanks between us. Iâll take the kids out for lunch first. Talk to you later.â
After Adina hung up, her smile instantly disappeared.
There would be an uphill battle to fight next.
She glanced at her haggard and weak reflection in the mirror. Then, she walked out and lay on the bed after she messed up her hair even more.
Earl came in very soon. âCatherine said she could spare a few hours tonight. What do you think?â
âSure.â Adina seemed to mock herself. âOthers need to make an appointment and queue up for medical treatment, so itâs great that I can receive treatment in advance. Thank you, Duke.â