Queen of Wild Cards novel Chapter 195

Orville could distinctly feel that the tremors in his hands had lessened dramatically. He looked at her. "Thank... you."

His speech was noticeably less slurred than before, though still not perfectly clear.

"Don't mention it. You'll need two more sessions before you're fully recovered. I'll come back in a couple of days."

Stella packed up her kit and prepared to leave.

Seeing the undeniable improvement in her husband, Agnes was overwhelmed with gratitude. "Thank you so much. I apologize for our rudeness earlier. May I ask your name?"

Hearing the question, Stella gave her ready alias. "I'm Star Todd."

Her mother's maiden name was Todd, so she paired it with "Star" to create the alias.

Whenever she was out and didn't want to use her real identity, she always went by either Star or Ella Todd.

"Ms. Todd, I never imagined someone so young could possess such incredible medical skills. It was utterly foolish of us to doubt you. Please forgive our ignorance."

Helen was a smooth operator. Instantly flipping her previous attitude, she grabbed Stella's hand and poured on the charm.

Stella loathed being touched by strangers. She subtly but firmly slipped her hand free from the woman's grasp.

Gripping her reusable tote, she said flatly, "I'll be back in two days. Next time, I hope I won't be left roasting on the front porch. Whether you want the treatment or not, a prompt answer would be appreciated."

Leaving her waiting outside for over ten minutes?

If it hadn't been for the Abbot's request, she would have walked away immediately.

The three Shipley women looked incredibly uncomfortable, instantly realizing what she meant.

The maid must have delayed the message, leaving their esteemed guest waiting outside!

Agnes practically roared, "Maisie, get in here right now!"

The maid named Maisie crept into the room, trembling. She had been listening by the door and heard everything Stella said.

She had only wanted to make the little hick sweat a little! She hadn't refused to report her presence! This trashy girl was so petty, actually tattling on her for something so small!

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