She Left She Thrived She’s Worth Billions novel Chapter 279

Melanie asked casually, only to see Elina clasp her hands together in a posture of devout prayer.

“I wish… that Melanie could be my real mommy.”

The three adults—Melanie, Preston, and Bryant—all froze in unison at Elina's sweet, childish, yet incredibly serious wish.

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At the same time, at Northwell Haven Medical Center.

Lila was out of danger, but the doctor recommended keeping her in the emergency room for observation overnight.

Evelyn let out a sigh of relief, her expression softening slightly.

But she noticed that Dominic’s face was still grim.

“Lila’s fine now, you don’t have to worry so much.”

Evelyn approached Dominic, her voice soft and comforting.

Dominic didn’t respond.

His expression didn't change.

Evelyn knew he was still brooding over the day's events. She was about to speak again when Dominic beat her to it.

“Come outside with me.”

Dominic’s tone was flat, betraying no emotion.

But the calmer he sounded, the more uneasy Evelyn felt.

She followed him hesitantly outside the emergency building. They had hired a nurse to watch over Lila.

The sky outside had turned completely dark.

Though it was still the peak of summer, the evening breeze carried a surprising chill.

Dominic stopped, his back to Evelyn.

They stood in silence for a long time before Dominic finally turned to face her.

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