Chapter: 1195
“Good girl,” Sanford quipped, playfully ruffling her hair.
Once his assistant brought the car around, they both got in.
As they merged onto the main road, Sanford’s phone vibrated with an incoming call.
It was Janiya.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAnswering the call, Sanford greeted, “Mom.” on, have you been discharged from the hospital?”
“Yes.”
“Good. Then rest up at home. Do you need Ellie to come over and take care of you?”
“No need. I’ll drop by tomorrow to see you and Dad.”
“ALL right. Let’s have a talk when you come back.”
“Okay.”
After ending the call, Sanford could feel Maggie’s hand stiffen in his grasp.
With a chuckle, he said, “Nervous again? Don’t worry. I’ve got everything under control.”
Indeed, Maggie had felt a flutter of unease.
She couldn’t help it. It was an instinctual reaction.
Eager to shift the focus, she asked, “What would you Like for Lunch?”
“Anything’s fine. I love whatever you cook,” Sanford responded.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm“In that case, let’s stop by the supermarket ahead. I’ll grab some groceries.”
Looking at the sunlight streaming through the window, Sanford replied,
“I’LL come with you.”
“No need. You’re still a patient,” Maggie quickly countered.
With a mischievous grin, Sanford tousled her hair. “Don’t worry, I’m not that frail.” His gestures carried a
distinct warmth, causing Maggie’s heart to flutter.
“Fine. Then let’s go together.” Her reply brimmed with tenderness as if they were Living out a sweet
domestic scene.