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Kristopher said firmly, “She is my wife, not a maid bound to tiptoe aroundat all times!” After the nurse
completed the bandaging, Kristopher glanced at his stained coat and discarded it. The nurse, eyeing the
discarded designer suit in the trash, contemplated discreetly salvaging it.
Carrie pulled out her phone, saying, “I'll call Oliver to fetch the backup outfit from the car.”
Having called, Carrie observed the strained exchange between Kristopher and Billie. She recalled how Billie had
softened during their ride, even expressing concern after they saw the Campbells. A relationship should not
hinge on one-sided compromises.
Carrie, not one to exploit situations, moved closer and said, “Billie makes a valid point. I'll be more cautious in
the future.”
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Accustomed to Carrie's sharp retorts recently, Billie was taken aback by her soothing tone. After a brief pause,
Billie responded, “Very well, as long as you've understood.”
Her voice clearly becgentler. Kristopher watched, taken aback by the shift in dynamics between Carrie and
Billie. Could it be that their relationship as mother-in-law and daughter-in-law was actually evolving?
Once Kristopher was in fresh attire, Billie insisted on a comprehensive health check for them both, redoing some
tests they had completed just months earlier. The doctor assured them of their excellent health. Still not
completely convinced, Billie requested additional nutritional supplements.
Following the examination, Kristopher suggested to Billie, “Mom, why don’t you go ahead home? Carrie and |
need to stop by to see Gracie.”
Billie harbored little warmth for the Campbell family and held similar sentiments toward the elder from the small
town. She had never once visited Carrie's grandmother, Gracie, since the couple’s wedding. Reflecting briefly,
Billie replied, “I will cwith you.”
She promptly used her phone and instructed the driver, “Please bring two boxes of the fish oil | picked up today.”
Carrie moved closer and expressed her gratitude quietly. “Thank you, Billie.”
Kristopher’s intrigue grew. Yet, he opted to keep his thoughts to himself, sensing that any comment might
disrupt the current harmony.
In the hospital room, Gracie had just enjoyed a massage and was reclining on her bed, visibly rejuvenated. The
arrival of Carrie and Kristopher caught her off guard, but she quickly welcomed them with a smile. Just as she
was about to speak, she spotted Billie next to them and inquired with a hint of surprise, “And who do we have
here?”
Billie stepped closer to the bed, grasped Gracie’s hand gently, and introduced herself, saying, “Gracie, I'm
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmKristopher’s mother. I've been caught up with family issues and regret not coming by earlier.” As she offered this
explanation, Billie felt a twinge of embarrassment, recognizing the frailty of her justification.
For two years, she had been too “busy” to visit. Billie took the fish oil from Kristopher and set it on the bedside
table, saying, “Gracie, | recommend this fish oil. Even my mother-in-law finds it beneficial for health.”
Gracie clasped Billie's hand with a warm smile. “It’s kind of you to consider my health.”
Beside them, Kristopher arranged his presents, prompting Oliver to quickly explain to the caregiver the correct
usage of each item. Gracie’s laughter filled the room. “Knowing that Carrie and Kristopher are content, | feel at
peace even if | meet my end tomorrow.”
“Billie, please, take a seat,” Carrie said. She fetched a chair for Billie and then seated herself near the bed,
fussing with the blanket. “Oh, grandma, you've always held the belief that words hold mysterious power in
fulfilling themselves, yet now you talk like that.”
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