Chapter 1354 There Is Something Wrong With Her Body
The Substitute Wife: My Poor Husband Is A Billionaire
So engrossed in the fabric of their fondness, the duo found themselves resisting separation when the
studio loomed ahead.
Only when the summons of his professional commitments became unavoidable did Brandon, with a
pang of reluctance, release his hold on Janet. No sooner had Janet stepped into the studio, a grin of
satisfaction adorning her face, than Lexi rushed up to her, dropping a low whisper into her ear.
"Boss, Mrs.White has made her appearance." Confusion colored Janetâs features as she ventured into
the studio, questioning, "What could possibly bring my mother here at this hour? Is there an issue?"
Lexi, equally at a loss, trailed Janet, whispering her uncertainties, "I wish I knew, but something about
Mrs.Whiteâs demeanor isnât right.She seems troubled."
With a nod of acknowledgment, Janet made haste to her office.
Upon Janetâs entry, Johanna was seen perched on the couch, a storm of unease apparent in her
demeanor. Maintaining her smile, Janet approached her mother, masking her perplexity.
"Mother, what brings you here all of a sudden?" Johanna, dismissing her daughterâs query, hurriedly
moved to lock the door before approaching Janet with a gravely serious tone.
"The prenatal check-up from last week, did the results come in? What did they say?" The abruptness of
Johannaâs question stunned Janet into silence.
Regaining composure, she queried in amazement, "Mother, how did you find out about our prenatal
appointment last week?"
Exhaling in exasperation, Johanna responded, "My dear, have you forgotten? Vivi caught you two at
the hospital entrance last time.Were you not heading for a check-up?"
Suddenly, Janet connected the dots.
"Oh, indeed." Johanna shook her head ruefully.
"That fiasco created quite the commotion, impossible to ignore.However, thatâs water under the bridge
now.Thatâs not why Iâm here."
Drawing Janetâs hand, Johanna sat her down on the sofa, her voice laced with concern.
"Now, tell me truthfully, were there any complications with the check up?" Johannaâs stern gaze sent
shivers down Janetâs spine, raising a sense of foreboding.
Nonetheless, she masked her anxiety behind a reassuring smile.
"Everythingâs perfectly fine, Mom.Why are you so concerned about this out of the blue?"
Witnessing Janetâs attempt at evasion, Johannaâs suspicions heightened, her brow furrowing as she
insisted, "Janet, donât conceal the truth any longer!"
After a momentâs hesitation, Janet broke under Johannaââs persistent gaze and reluctantly admitted, "It
appears there may be some complicationsâ¦"
Her voice dwindled.
Noting the grief that flashed across Johannaâs face, Janet rushed to reassure her, "Mother, worry
not.The marvels of modern medicine can rectify any problem."
Janetâs attempt at soothing only deepened Johannaâs distress.
Holding Janetâs hand tightly, she muttered, guilt etched across her face, "I am to blame⦠I failed to
protect youâ¦"
Perplexed, Janet replied, "Mother, what are you saying? How can any of this be your fault?"
Janet couldnât make heads or tails of Johannaâs self-incrimination.
Even if there were issues concerning Brandon, Johanna was hardly responsible.
Why was she shouldering the blame? Tears welled up threatening in Johannaâs eyes, spill as she
stroked Janetâs hand, struggling to voice her regret, "If we hadnât been so reckless⦠you wouldnât have
had to Wieure such hardship for all these more⦠even moreâ¦" and even Johanna choked on her
words, unable to continue.
Why was she implicating herself? Janetâs unease deepened.
Before she could make sense of her motherâs words, Johanna wiped away her tears, her voice
resolute.
"Itâs alright, no matter the cost, weâll find a way to treat and cure you.Iâve reached out to a renowned
gynecologist.Heâll surely be able to assist."
Johannaâs words detonated in Janetâs mind like an explosive, leaving her in a state of disarray.
"Iâ¦"
Janet pointed at herself, her mind whirling.
"Iâm the one with issues?"
With firm determination, Johanna gripped Janetâs hand, ready to lead her to medical assistance.
"Letâs not waste any time.Letâs see the doctor right now."Janet couldnât make heads or tails of
Johannaâs self-incrimination.
Even if there were issues concerning Brandon, Johanna was hardly responsible.
Why was she shouldering the blame? Tears welled up threatening in Johannaâs eyes, spill as she
stroked Janetâs hand, struggling to voice her regret, "If we hadnât been so reckless⦠you wouldnât have
had to Wieure such hardship for all these more⦠even moreâ¦" and even Johanna choked on her
words, unable to continue.
Why was she implicating herself? Janetâs unease deepened.
Before she could make sense of her motherâs words, Johanna wiped away her tears, her voice
resolute.
"Itâs alright, no matter the cost, weâll find a way to treat and cure you.Iâve reached out to a renowned
gynecologist.Heâll surely be able to assist."
Johannaâs words detonated in Janetâs mind like an explosive, leaving her in a state of disarray.
"Iâ¦"
Janet pointed at herself, her mind whirling.
"Iâm the one with issues?"
With firm determination, Johanna gripped Janetâs hand, ready to lead her to medical assistance.
"Letâs not waste any time.Letâs see the doctor right now."