Chapter 13 Howard lay in bed , quiet and still .
Years had gone by , and he still looked much the same , as if he were simply in the middle of a long , deep sleep .
Yet , whenever Sienna remembered the days when he was full of life , she just couldnt come to terms with what had happened to him .
They say good people get their just rewards .
Howard was one of the good ones , but here he is , stuck in a coma for years .
And the chances are , hell never wake up , she thought , a bitter taste in her mouth .
Just then , the bathroom door swung open , and the caregiver came out with a basin .
Noticing Siennas red eyes , he politely nodded , Hello .
Hi .
Sienna replied .
Spotting the basin in his hand , she asked , You wiping his face ? No , Im about to shave him , the caregiver responded .
Sienna nodded .
Howards stubble had grown a bit too long , giving his face a slight bluish tinge .
She reached out her hand and said , Let me do it .
I can shave him .
When Howard first had the accident , she was the one taking care of him .
Back then , Miranda was heartbroken and in poor health , Josiah was extremely busy , and Yvette was expecting a baby Sienna had been the only one available .
If the family members agreed , the caregivers usually didnt object .
He placed the basin on the bedside table and handed over the towel .
Here you go .
Thank you .
Sienna wet the towel and began to warm Howards cheeks and chin he had a full beard .
Then she applied some shaving cream , picked up the razor , and began to shave him carefully .
She was so zoned in she didnt even notice the door swing open and Yvette stride in .
Yvette had twisted her ankle , so she was walking a bit slowly .
Once she reached the bedside , she looked at Sienna in surprise .
Sienna , is that really you ? She couldnt help but frown .
Why are you here ? What are you up to ? Sienna glanced at her .
Tm here to see Howard .
As for what Im doing ? Cant you see ? Im shaving him .
Yvette chuckled softly .
I can see that , but do you really think thats what I meant ? Then what do you mean ? Sienna shot back , her gaze locked onto Yvettes .
Yvette crossed her arms and shook her head .
Alright , youve seen Howard .
You can leave now .
There are caregivers here , we dont need you interfering .
Sienna grinned , not taking her eyes off Yvette .
Youre trying to get rid of me the moment you arrive .
What gives , Got something to hide ? Feeling a little guilty ? What do you mean ? Yvette frowned , her expression darkened .
Sienna smirked , pointing at Howard .
Since Josiah isnt around , you can drop the act Yvette ? Her eyes fixed on Yvettes stomach .
What really went down back then ? You might have had everyone else fooled , but can you fool yourself ? Honestly , do you think youre being fair to Howard ? Yvette was taken aback .
What are you talking about ? Thats nonsense .
22:20 Sat , Jan 4 Chapter 13 Sienna let out a cold laugh for four years , havent you felt a twinge of guilt when you look at Howard ? I dont know what youre getting at , Yvette retorted , her face a mix of anger and embarrassment as she pointed to the door .
Get out .
Youre not wanted here ! At the entrance of the VIP building .
Josiah was on the phone with Miranda .
Knowing Sienna had come alone to visit Howard , Miranda wasted no time in calling Josiah to go get Sienna .
Josiah , be reasonable .
Its way out here , and its getting late .
Siennas alone … Miranda said .
Got it , Grandma , Josiah sighed , rubbing his forehead .
Fortunately , hed already planned on stopping by Howards place tonight .
Im here now .
Dont stress , Ill see she gets home safe , alright ? I appreciate it , Miranda smiled .
Josiah walked while on the phone until he reached the hospital room .
He pushed the door open and saw Yvette pointing at the door , saying , Get out .
Youre not wanted here ! He glanced over and saw Sienna by the bed .
His expression clouded over , his eyes as cold as ice .
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