NovelEnglishChapter 191: Outside the MDH Research Institute, Melany and Colton arrived together.
Colton, weve spent seven days just tracking this place down.
Do you honestly think were going to get the medicine this time? Melany asked, her voice laced with apprehension.
Her face mirrored the concern she hoped would mask her darker thoughts.
The Stevens Groups plagiarism scandal was still a festering wound, and now, Lindy, the pesky woman, had them running errands in Vrining.
Colton replied, We dont have much choice.
Lets give it a shot.
He was far from sure.
He had once hoped to obtain the medication through the underground hacker network, but the so-called holographic gtheyd counted on hadnt materialized.
Meanwhile, his mothers worsening migraines were tearing their household apart.
The plate-smashing, the bowl-throwing she had driven away nearly every member of the staff.
Desperation had led them here, clinging to the faint hope that this research institute could offer them salvation.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAs they stepped into the lobby, a familiar face caught their attention.
Melanys eyes narrowed, and then, with an overly bright smile, she sauntered over.
Allison, well, isnt this a small world! Fancy meeting you here.
Her gaze then fell on the young girl by Allisons side.
But I have to say, I didnt expect you to have a child! How curious.
You and Colton have only been married for what three years? I wonder where this little one popped up from... Quite the secret youve been keeping.
Her words snapped Colton back to attention.
Such vague accusations could easily light a fire.
Without wasting a moment, Coltons brow furrowed, and he demanded, Allison, who is this girl? Before Allison could even open her mouth, Kellan rolled up in his wheelchair.
If you dont need your eyes, Im sure theres someone out there who could use them, he drawled, his voice flat with coldness.
The Stevens Group is sinking faster than a ship made of lead, and here you are, gallivanting abroad.
Maybe you should enjoy your little vacation while you can before bankruptcy strips away whatevers left! Sherman, sensing Kellans disdain, jumped at the opportunity to add insult to injury.
This girls my boss niece, Miss Johnson.
And yet, youre quick to throw around accusations.
Could it be youre the one hiding something? Melanys face flushed, anger flashing briefly before she smoothed it over with false innocence.
Oh, no, I didnt mean it like that.
I was just... surprised, thats all.
Allison, since youre already here, why not help Lindy out? Its been ages, and surely, youre not still upset.
Besides, its not like youd want to hold a grudge forever, right? Colton, catching the thread of Melanys manipulative game, chimed in, Allison, if youre here to get medicine for my mother, Id appreciate it.
Im willing to put the past behind us if you are.
Allison, unmoved, gestured for Sherman to take Lornas hand.
Get medicine? For your mother? she replied, her tone steady but cold.
Allison scoffed, her laugh devoid of humor.
They were just acting! The institute might be able to treat mental illnesses, but for cases as far gone as yours, I wouldnt hold my breath.
You! Colton stiffened, his face darkening at her words, his patience fraying.
He had been willing to let bygones be bygones, but her indifference cut deep.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmMelany, ever the opportunist, seized the moment.
Allison, thats not fair.
Lindy adores you, treated you like her own daughter.
How could you forget all shes done for you? Her voice dripped with false sympathy, her intent as clear as day.
She had no desire to help Lindy herself.
And its not like this is your first tgetting medicine for people in need.
You helped Mr.
Lloyd in Ontdale, didnt you? Surely, you wouldnt want want to leaveempty-handed now that youre here.
Imagine the scandal if word got out.
Melanys honeyed words were enough to fool Colton, but Allison wasnt buying it for a second.
Youre kidding, right? Even a kid knows you should handle your own problems.
Her reply shattered their hopes.
How can two fully grown adults like you be so shameless? Why dont you go grab the medicine your momm e! needs yourself instead of trying to pressurehere? Coltons fists clenched at his sides, anger simmering beneath the surface. Dont think youre invincible just because you lucked out last time.
The institute already said theyre fully booked, so whatever, brought you here, youre going to leave disappointed. Seeing her beside Kellan, like a pair of untouchables, he felt that his irritation kept growing.
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