Chapter 22
Chapter 22
Autumn froze for a second–was he saying she was faking it again?
She let out a laugh of disbelief.
She never should’ve told him the truth and expected anything from someone like him.
“Fine,” Autumn responded blandly.
“Autumn, I’m trying to explain. What kind of attitude is that p>
“Oh? So, my attitude’s not good enough for you now p>
A sarcastic smile curled at her lips. “Then why don’t you tell me what kind of attitude would you call acceptable p>
Julian was so furious he could hardly breathe.
Even through the phone, she could hear his heavy breathing.
Autumn hung up.
She shut her eyes, feeling drained, as images of Julian once treating her with such care flashed through her mind.
But now, he didn’t believe a word she said.
How had he become so heartless in just a few short years?
She used to be so fixated on Julian because she couldn’t accept the idea of losing him to Luna.
But no matter how much she resisted, it didn’t change the truth–he was already in love with someone else.
“Autumn p>
Keith’s deep eyes locked onto her.
“I’ve scheduled a consultation with a specialist. It’s in three days. I’ll have Jesse take you there p>
His tone left no room for argument.
Autumn met his gaze with her tearful eyes, but quickly looked down, lips pressed together in silence.
Keith’s rich, resonant voice sounded again. “Your uncle’s gone. From now on, I’m your guardian. You’ll have to listen to me p>
Autumn instinctively replied, “I still have family p>
“Do they count?” Keith scoffed.
Autumn was speechless.
Fair enough.
1/3
The Lewis family really wasn’t reliable. She had no comeback. Standing in front of someone like him, she felt completely invisible.
Just then, Ethan’s call came through again.
Autumn quickly answered, and his anxious voice came from the other end.
“Autumn, I’ve called you so many times and you didn’t pick up. Did something happen to you p>
Autumn glanced around the hospital room and replied in a slightly hoarse voice, “I suddenly had stomach pain and was brought to the hospital. Sorry for making you worry p>
Ethan let out a breath of relief. “As long as you’re alright. I’ve already explained things to the event organizers. It won’t affect your participation p>
“Thank you, Ethan p>
After a brief hesitation, Ethan added, “Which hospital are you at? I can come over now. If you need someone to stay with you, I can take care of that p>
Autumn cautiously glanced at Keith. “No need, someone’s already taking care of me p>
After a few more concerned words, Ethan ended the call.
Autumn set her phone aside, suddenly unsure what to say.
Jesse entered just then.
“Mr. Sinclair, here’s the oatmeal Miss Jackie made, along with your favorite dishes p>
“Mm.” Keith gave a soft response.
Jesse quickly left the room.
Keith glanced at his watch, then turned to Autumn. “I’ve got work to handle. A caregiver will be coming in soon to look after you p>
Autumn nodded. “Thanks for everything p>
“Autumn p>
Keith narrowed his eyes slightly and picked up the coat beside him. “Remember what I said p>
Autumn looked at him in confusion, not quite sure which part he meant.
She quickly searched her memory, trying to recall his exact words.
But Keith had already turned and left with Jesse.
The caregiver arrived shortly after.
She introduced herself warmly, “Hello, Ms. Lewis. I’m the caregiver Mr. Sinclair arranged. Just call me Hilda. ”
2/3
Chapter 22
+25 BONUS
Autumn gave a slight nod and greeted her with a smile. “Hello, Hilda p>
Hilda kindly helped her unpack the meal container.
A rich aroma filled the room.
She couldn’t help but remark, “Your boyfriend treats you so well. He even asked someone to make oatmeal just for your stomach p>
3/3