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Zachary, having just finished the conversation with Lucas, was left pondering what had transpired. He had learned that his daughter, Yvette, had saved his life using traditional medicine rather than modern surgery. It was an extraordinary claim, and though it had left him bewildered, a sense of pride also bloomed within him. Yvette’s humble nature and her ability to handle such a delicate situation without seeking recognition spoke volumes about her character.
Lucas, observing his employer’s reaction, couldn’t help but think that there was more to Yvette than met the eye. He had seen Zachary’s love for his daughter over the years, but this revelation seemed to deepen that affection and admiration. The old butler didn’t ask any more questions, though. His role was not to pry into family matters but to serve and ensure that everything ran smoothly.
Meanwhile, in the hospital room on the third floor, Winona lay with her eyes closed, pretending to be unconscious. Her plan was simple: if she stayed still long enough, Robert and Victor would come to her side and she could manipulate the situation to her benefit. She had orchestrated everything from the phone call to her dramatic fainting spell, knowing that Robert’s protective nature would lead him straight to her.
As the door opened and Robert and Victor entered, her heart raced with anticipation. Robert’s concerned expression was everything she had hoped for, but she maintained her act, lying motionless on the bed. She knew that as soon as she showed any sign of consciousness, the entire facade could come crumbling down.
Victor, who had always been a keen observer of his father’s moods, noticed immediately that Robert’s anxiety seemed more intense than usual. This can’t just be about Winona’s “condition.” Victor thought, a smirk tugging at the corner of his lips as he watched his father’s reactions.
Robert’s focus remained entirely on Winona, his concern etched deeply on his face. “What happened? Weren’t you two just shopping? How did someone end up with a gun? What does this have to do with Yvette?” he demanded, his voice tight with urgency.
Yulia, standing by the side, could feel the weight of the situation pressing down on her. She was caught in the middle, unsure of whether to reveal the full extent of what she suspected. She knew Winona was no innocent party in this entire mess, but she also understood the delicate balance of the Carter family’s emotions.
Instead of outright addressing her doubts about Winona’s condition, Yulia simply relayed what she knew from the doctors. “The baby is fine. They’ve checked, and everything is okay. Winona should be waking up soon.”
Robert’s jaw tightened, and he looked down at Winona’s pale face, his worry evident in his furrowed brow. “Are you sure?” His voice was softer now, directed more at Yulia than Winona. There was something about her tone—so matter-of-fact—that unnerved him. His usual response would have been one of gratitude, but something felt off. Why isn’t she more concerned? he thought, still observing Yulia’s calm demeanor with a sharp eye.
Victor, who had been silently standing off to the side, broke his silence with a wry smile. “Father, don’t worry so much. It’s just a little scare. Winona’s fine. Besides, she’s carrying the most precious thing to you—the family’s heir. You should be happy, not upset.”
His mocking tone seemed to ease the tension momentarily, but Robert couldn’t shake the feeling that something deeper was at play. He glanced at Yulia again, who gave him a look that was difficult to decipher. Was she just being professional? Or was she hiding something? He had seen enough in his life to recognize when someone wasn’t being entirely truthful, and right now, Yulia’s calmness didn’t sit well with him.
The awkward silence stretched, and Yulia, sensing that she had said enough, turned her attention to the door. “I’ll check on the medical staff again. You two should get some rest. It’s been a long day.”
Before Robert could respond, Yulia left the room, her footsteps quiet as she closed the door behind her. The moment she was gone, Victor’s expression shifted slightly. He could feel the change in his father’s mood, the tension thick in the air.
“You know, Dad,” Victor said casually, “you’ve been acting strange today. I know you care about Winona, but she’s not the only one who’s been through something today. Don’t you think Yvette should be the one we’re talking about right now?”
Robert’s eyes flickered for a moment, caught off guard by Victor’s directness. Yvette? It was true that his daughter’s involvement in the situation was still clouded in mystery. Her presence at Skyline Plaza, her unexpected role in Zachary’s survival… everything seemed to point back to her in some way.
“Yvette…” Robert repeated the name under his breath, his thoughts racing. He needed answers. Answers that Yulia and Winona weren’t going to give him easily.
Back at the hospital, in the quiet solitude of the room where Zachary had just finished speaking with Lucas, his mind wandered back to the revelation about Yvette. Traditional medicine… he repeated in his mind, still unsure of how to process it.
Lucas watched him thoughtfully for a moment, sensing the shift in his employer’s mood. “Mr. Chambers, I’ll make sure to keep things under control here at the hospital. But, if you want to speak to Yvette… I’d suggest you do so soon. It seems like there’s a lot going on with the family, and it might be wise to get all the details straight.”
Zachary nodded slowly, his eyes narrowing as his thoughts turned to the bigger picture. There were too many unanswered questions, and Winona’s drama wasn’t the only thing that needed attention. He had a daughter who, for all her quiet strength, seemed to be hiding much more than he had ever realized.
“Yes,” he murmured, looking out the window toward the city below. “It’s time for some answers.”
