Chapter 1166
For Luna, the immediate task at hand was to neutralize Laura-the ticking time bomb.
Upon returning upstairs via the elevator, Mia found herself accompanied by Timothy.
She cleared her throat before addressing him, "What transpired earlier was merely a staged act. Please don't overanalyze it." Timothy's unwavering gaze met Mia's as he confessed, "Your actions may have been scripted, but mine were genuine."
Mia was momentarily surprised by Timothy's candor, remaining silent.
As she glanced toward the intensive care unit, Mia noticed Ginger seated by Laura's bedside, softly narrating from a storybook.
Meanwhile, Sage remained close by, quietly keeping watch over Laura's condition.
Witnessing this tender scene, Mia hesitated to interrupt them.
At this crucial moment, it seemed that Laura's deepest longing might have been to see Mia's children.
Just then, Heath stepped forward, his voice hushed as he relayed, "The update has been circulated. Mrs. Barrett Senior will be moved to a standard ward in a couple of days."Content rights by NôvelDr//ama.Org.
However, it wasn't Laura who would be relocated. It was someone else strategically chosen to lure Luna into their scheme.
Mia nodded in understanding. "That's good."
At that moment, Sage emerged with Ginger in tow. "Great-Grandma Laura has drifted off to sleep," Sage announced.
Mia affectionately tousled Sage and Ginger's hair, saying, "Well done. We'll visit again tomorrow."
Raising her gaze, Ginger announced, "I'm going to gather a bouquet of flowers for Great-Grandma Laura. It'll surely lift her spirits."
"With your blessings, Great-Grandma Laura will undoubtedly recover swiftly," Mia reassured her.
Checking the time, Mia noted, "It's getting late. We should leave."
"Wait a minute," Timothy interjected suddenly, his gaze fixed on Mia. "Since we're fully committed to this act, perhaps I should escort you home as well."
After a brief pause, Mia nodded in agreement. "Alright."
Sage remained silent, his expression solemn. He understood the gravity of their charade-after all, their main goal in coming back this time was to capture the individual responsible for harming Laura. Without further delay, the four of them entered the elevator and departed.
Suddenly, Ginger reached out and grasped Timothy's hand, taking him by surprise. As he glanced down, he found himself captivated by the warmth in Ginger's smile, sensing a softening in his heart.
When he looked up again, he was greeted by the surreal sight of the four of them, hand in hand-a scene so extraordinary, it exceeded even his wildest dreams.
Mia effortlessly maintained an air of
innocence, behaving as if she were completely oblivious to the unfolding situation around her. To her, it was merely a scripted performance.
Meanwhile, Sage's gaze briefly flickered toward Timothy, a hint of complexity shading his expression.
Although Sage had held a deep-seated aversion toward Timothy for quite some time, their recent interactions had started to blur the lines.
It appeared that Timothy wasn't as disagreeable as Sage had initially assumed.
Despite Sage's efforts to uncover any hidden flaws in Timothy's past, his investigations only revealed a spotless record devoid of any scandals or controversies.
With a swift movement, Sage shifted his gaze away, masking his true feelings with an air of indifference.
Soon, the family of four exited the hospital, their footsteps harmonizing with the soft radiance of the setting sun.
Unbeknownst to them, Luna lingered in the corridor, consumed by a wave of jealousy as she watched their departure.
Why were they seemingly destined for happiness while she remained deprived of it?
As Mia settled into the car, they drove away from the hospital premises.
Despite the solemn mood, Ginger exuded happiness, her eyes darting excitedly from side to side. "Shall we go grab something delicious to eat?" she suggested cheerfully. Timothy turned toward Ginger, his interest piqued. "What are you hungry for?"
"I'm craving Wexican food! A burrito would be just perfect," she exclaimed, her excitement evident.
Seated in the front seat, Heath
chimed in, "Funny enough, there's a shopping mall nearby renowned for its delicious Wexican cuisine. We'll be there in just a few minutes."
Timothy's breath caught for a moment, but he remained silent, acknowledging that the decision wasn't his to make.
In no time, Mia sensed the weight of everyone's attention on her.
She shared a meaningful look with Ginger, comprehending the unspoken message conveyed through her eyes.
After a thoughtful pause, Mia eventually broke the silence. "Shall we go for it, then?"