Chapter 835

“I understand, Dominic. Once Sage is discharged from the hospital, I'll personally be there to support

him, guide his development, and ensure he stays on the right path.”

Sage was undeniably intelligent, boasting a higher IQ than children his age.

However, a previous assessment had revealed antisocial traits in Sage, leading him to be reclusive and

avoid social interactions.

Mia had been concerned about this for a while.

Due to his health issues, Sage had been staying in Nicholas’ laboratory, seldom venturing outside.

Consequently, Mia had refrained from intervening as well.

But with Sage's imminent reintegration into society after his recovery, it was crucial to take proactive

measures.

Eva held Mia's hand and reassured her, "Don't worry, we'll surround Sage with love and positive

influences. He won't turn into a criminal in the future. After all, our family has everything we need.”

Mia smiled and affirmed, “I won't allow Sage to become that kind of person either."

Nicholas had been closely monitoring Sage's personality development over the years. Currently, there

were no signs of any abnormal behavior from Sage, except for his tendency to be reclusive.

Leaving the private hospital, Mia's mood significantly improved. Sage's treatment had advanced

smoothly, and it wouldn't be long before he made a full recovery.

Approaching her, Peyton asked, "Ms. Mia, there's a promotional event for the movie tonight. Would you

like to attend?"

"Of course, why wouldn't I?" Mia replied.

Peyton added cautiously, “By the way, Mr. Barrett insisted on being discharged from the hospital today."

"Alright, if he wants to leave the hospital, we'll accommodate that. It just so happens there's a banquet

tonight, so I'll take him with me."

With that settled, Mia headed straight to the mall for some shopping. As Mia exited the dressing room

after trying on a few outfits, she noticed Timothy standing nearby. He was dressed in a sleek black suit

and sunglasses, his tall and straight posture exuding a sense of authority.

He certainly looked like he meant business!

With a smirk, Mia approached him. "Is your arm feeling better now?" Timothy maintained a stoic

expression as he replied, “It's nothing serious. Your brother sustained more injuries than I did.”

His stubborn attitude was quite typical of him.

"Well, since you're here, you can help me carry these things," Mia said, handing him the bags filled with

clothes she had purchased.

Given Timothy's insistence on being discharged, Mia decided to put him to work.

Timothy briefly glanced at the bags, a frown crossing his face, but he eventually accepted and carried

them without protest.

In an attempt to embarrass Timothy, Mia deliberately purchased more items, leaving him to carry all the

boxes alone.

She couldn't conceal her satisfaction as she observed Timothy's awkward and hesitant demeanor.

However, as Mia walked ahead, she heard a woman's shrill voice behind her. "Hey, you, stupid

bodyguard, can't you watch where you're going? Don't you see I'm here?"

Turning around, Mia spotted a woman with a designer handbag pointing and scolding Timothy.

Mia walked over and said, "Hey Isabella, I heard your recent plastic surgery didn't go too well. I thought

you'd never dare to show your face in public again.”

Isabella Bowen appeared slightly flustered upon seeing Mia. "Who told you my plastic surgery failed?

I've never had any cosmetic procedures!"

Ignoring Isabella, Mia turned to Timothy. "Hey, you dropped all the items I bought. Aren't you going to

pick them up?"

Isabella immediately interjected, "So, this clueless bodyguard belongs to you, huh? It appears both you

and he are equally incompetent.”