Chapter 449

Chapter 449 Promise Me That You Won’t Leave Me

When they arrived at the hospital, they found Xavia was confined to a separate ward. Despite its small

size, it had everything she could need. It was clear that Harold had simply locked her away without

mistreating her.

Seeing Joseph walk in, Xavia was quick to put two and two together. Vanya must have tipped. off

Octavia.

“Joe, I can’t stay cooped up here. The meds I need are only available at Dahlia Hospital. You’ve got to

get me out,” she pleaded.

Chloe blinked and watched the whole drama unfold, feeling a hint of satisfaction bubble up within her.

She couldn’t help but silently cheer Harold on, ‘Way to go, Grandpa!”

“Okay,” Joseph replied, “I’ll get you out of here,” He had to admit Xavia was right. This private hospital

didn’t have the variety of medications and equipment that Dahlia Hospital boasted.

At his words, Xavia swiftly got out of bed and followed him out. Suddenly, as if she just noticed Chloe,

she smiled warmly. “Oh, Ms. Chloe, I didn’t notice you there.”

Chloe smirked a little but didn’t bother to respond.

As they made their way out, the hospital’s director appeared, looking frantic. “Mr. Joseph, your

grandfather has made it very clear that Xavia shouldn’t leave the hospital. Please, don’t make this

difficult for us.”

“And you think you can treat her leukemia here?” Joseph retorted.

“No, we can’t. But her condition is stable at the moment, and she doesn’t need chemo for now. Plus,

your grandfather insisted on all her future check-ups being done here. I hope your understand our

situation, Mr. Joseph,” the director explained.

“Well, she can have her check-ups here. But for now, I’m taking her with me. If my grandfather has a

problem, he can take it up with me,” Joseph said firmly, leading Xavia out of the hospital.

Left with no alternative, the director hurriedly reported the situation to Harold.

Once outside, Xavia glanced at Chloe and spoke gently, “I can get a cab back on my own.”

Chloe didn’t quite know how to feel about Xavia’s stare, which caused her to furrow her brows slightly.

“Suit yourself,” was all Joseph said.

“Oh, by the way, Grandpa still has my ID and stuff,” Xavia mentioned.

“I’ll have someone deliver them to you,” Joseph assured her.

“Alright.”

Without lingering further, Xavia hailed a taxi and was out of sight in no time.

As Chloe settled into the passenger seat, she raised an eyebrow. “Drop me at the office first, then get

her ID from Grandpa.”

“I’ll have my men get it,” Joseph replied.

“Fine.”

“Let’s grab some food first, then I’ll drop you off,” he said. She had not had a decent meal. since

yesterday afternoon.

“No need. I’ll just grab something at the office,” Chloe countered. Earlier, she had received some

feedback from Hugo’s secretary and had a bunch of matters to sort out. She did not want to waste any

more time.

“No, your stomach is weak,” Joseph insisted. With a firm grip on the steering wheel, he started the car.

Letting out a sigh, Chloe gave in and decided to review some documents on her phone while Joseph

drove.

Meanwhile, Joseph interpreted her silence as sulking. ‘Is she jealous because I went to see Xavia?

Oddly enough, he wasn’t annoyed but amused. He couldn’t help but admire Nathan for managing so

many women it was a skill in itself.

When Chloe saw his smile, she found it strange. “What’s so funny?”

“I’m laughing because you’re jealous,” Joseph admitted, sounding rather affectionate.

Chloe’s mouth twitched. “I’m not jealous.”

“Then why are you so quiet?”

“I just don’t feel like talking.”

Joseph pulled over to the side of the road and, in a softer voice, reassured her, “I asked you to

accompany me to the hospital today to put your mind at ease. I’m still considering the matter regarding

the child and trying to come up with a solution that works for both of us. I won’t let you down.”

Hearing him bring up the baby again, Chloe lowered her head to hide the sorrow welling up in her

eyes. She forced a smile and said, “Alright, no need to rush. Take your time to think it through.”

Joseph had a weird feeling about this. Something felt off. He felt like they were drifting apart, like there

was an invisible rift growing between them.

He held her hand tightly and said, “Promise me that you won’t leave me.”

Chloe looked up, hesitating.

Joseph keenly caught that hint of hesitation, and his heart ached. He took hold of her delicate chin and

made her look at him. “Look at me.”

Chloe was forced to meet his gaze, and in her eyes, there seemed to be a trace of guilt, as if silently

confirming something.

The calmness that once enveloped Joseph had vanished, replaced by a mix of anger and anxiety. He

leaned in closer, his gaze dark and intense. “Tell me, you’re not planning on leaving me, are you?”