Chapter 80
Stephanie dined at Wellington Villa, not as reserved as before but rather courteous, not daring to be presumptuous.
Meanwhile, George and Dominick at the table were very attentive to dining etiquette, eating elegantly with their forks and speaking little.
She spooned some nutritious oatmeal into her mouth but discreetly stole glances at Dominick beside her.
Dominick seemed to have little appetite, only chewing on a few vegetables before setting down his fork.
Stephanie suddenly got excited, as if she had noticed Dominick’s furrowed brows and even beads of sweat were forming on his forehead.
Stephanie leaned in, unconsciously drawing closer to him.
“Steffi, what are you looking at?”
George, across the table, asked calmly, noticing her improper posture while dining,
Dominick turned, meeting Stephanie’s gaze unexpectedly. Their eyes met briefly, both startled at first, then Stephanie blushed, looking guilty, quickly turning away.
“Nothing
She glanced around awkwardly, finally fixing her gaze on the pot of beef stew on the table, casually finding an excuse. “I want soup…”
The maid standing nearby heard her request and promptly served her a bowl.
Though she had many dietary restrictions due to pregnancy, she could have the beef stew, though it was very hot.
To disguise her embarrassment, Stephanie looked down, leaned towards the bowl of soup, and blew on it repeatedly, appearing genuinely
eager to have some soup.
“Take your time.”
Dominick stood up from his chair, his voice unexpectedly hoarse..
Leaving the table, he casually placed his own less hot bowl of soup in front of Stephanie.
Stephanie widened her eyes slightly, looking up, but accidentally touched Dominick’s hand as he withdrew it.
“Is your hand burning?” she asked.
Furrowing her brows, she stared directly at him.
Dominick seemed to be hiding something, his cold expression showing some displeasure.
He turned abruptly, saying nothing, avoiding her gaze, and left quickly.
“Hey, didn’t you catch a cold from being in the river before… Stephanie remembered Vincent mentioning Dominick had a slight cold when
he was discharged. Her actions were quick, almost instinctive, as she reached out and grabbed Dominick’s wrist.
Her expression suddenly changed as Stephanie spoke, and she abruptly stood up from her chair.
“You have a high fever!”
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Dominick listened to her exclamation, his expression somewhat grim, waving his right hand to shake her off.
“Let go.” His deep voice carried some hoarseness.
But she held on tightly, or perhaps Dominick didn’t use much force..
Stephanie only felt a buming sensation from touching his skin, a surge of anxiety rising in her heart. “Dominick, have you taken any fever- reducing medicine?”
Dominick didn’t answer her, his complexion gloomy. “Let go. Do you hear mel”
He seemed impatient, this time using his other hand to pry her fingers away, and he quickly pushed Stephanie back.
“It’s none of your business!” He seemed very averse to her concern.
He pushed Stephanie away, looking very pitiful.
Dominick seemed unwilling to see her like this, quickly turning around and quickly walking towards the door.
Stephanie watched him stride away, feeling angry.
Suddenly, as if she had some feud with him, she rushed forward again, wrapping her arms tightly around his waist, holding him tightly.
This time, Dominick froze in place.
Even the other servants at Wellington Villa standing nearby were stunned.
Everyone stared in astonishment as Stephanie lunged forward like that, all eyes fixed on her. Deep down, they couldn’t help but wonder if Dominick, known for his surly temper, would lash out at her.
Stephanie held onto him tightly.
Turning, she shouted nervously to George, “Grandpa, he’s burning up badly!”
George, seated at the dining table, was initially stunned, then furrowed his brows.
Stephanie had expected George to yell at Dominick, but he didn’t. Instead, George seemed unperturbed, setting down his fork and simply saying, “Take care of yourself.”
“Stephanie….
Dominick turned his head slightly, his face already darkening, and gritted his teeth as he muttered her name, clearly displeased with her clinging behavior.
He detested women who clung to him like this.
“If you want to scold, then scold. It’s up to you. I must do this!”
She exclaimed, her face indignant, as she raised her voice, staring straight at him, “Dominick, do you know people can die from a high fever?”
As if remembering something, she became somewhat agitated. “When I was a child, I had a playmate who had a high fever at home all day. No one bothered to take him to see a doctor. A week later, when I looked for him at kindergarten, he became completely dumb, and nobody could make him speak.
“Everyone said his fever damaged his brain, turning him into a fool…” She almost shouted as if deeply angered by this memory.
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Dominick’s expression was complex as he glanced at her hands tightly wrapped around his waist. He could feel her strength, the slight tremble, and…a sense of…nervousness.
He wondered if she was this nervous because of him.
“Dominick, you need to get an IV drip today.” Her tone was very serious.
Whether due to a delayed reaction from the fever or for some other reason, Dominick actually let Stephanie drag him away…
On the other side of the dining table, George watched their departure, then glanced at Brad beside him, both somewhat bewildered.
George felt quite relieved. His appetite improved a bit. He picked up his fork and chewed on a piece of beef.
Dominick’s patience had grown significantly after marrying…
Stephanie dragged Dominick back to the bedroom, and soon the doctor arrived, took Dominick’s temperature, which wasn’t too serious, and then prescribed some medication.
Stephanie stood nearby, watching the thermometer display 102.2 degrees Fahrenheit, extremely worried, strongly insisting that Dominick must receive an injection and IV drip.
Dominick raised an eyebrow, staring at her face.
Stephanie leaned over the bedside, seeing him with his eyes closed and not speaking, deliberately lowering her voice to softly call his name.
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Stephanie treated him like a serious patient, took off her shoes, and got onto the bed.
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