Jeremy, cognizant of Madeline’s worry and longing for Lilian in her heart, held her shoulders and gently reassured her.
“Lily’s with Fabian for the moment. Don’t worry, I believe that he won’t hurt her.”
However, Madeline did not feel relieved. “That’s not the point, Jeremy. Lily is sick. She needs timely treatment.”
“I know, Linnie. I know what you’re worried about.”
Jeremy comforted her patiently. He quickly pulled out his phone and opened his gallery folder.
“Look, Linnie. This is Lily’s medical report from yesterday.”
Following Jeremy’s words, Madeline hurriedly grabbed the phone over and gazed down at the screen.
Lilian’s medical report was the latest image in the gallery folder.
Madeline read it in detail and saw that Lilian’s health indicators showed great improvements compared to the time before Fabian took her away.
Madeline, however, was still skeptical. “Jeremy, is this really the report for Lily’s health indicators?”
Jeremy nodded affirmatively. “Linnie, put your trust in Fabian. He may be feeling conflicted in his heart, but I believe he’s still the same Fabian we
Seeing Jeremy’s certainty in his eyes, Madeline’s pent-up emotions gradually began to loosen up.
“Is Lily really doing well?” Madeline asked again worriedly.
Jeremy held Madeline’s hands as a hint of a smile spread across his soft, warm eyes.
“Trust me, Linnie.”
“If it’s trust, I trust you, of course.”
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