She Was Never Just the Wife novel Chapter 83

Chapter 83 Seamus in Danger

The name flashing on the phone screen added another layer of heaviness to Celia’s already chaotic thoughts.

She stared at the word “Father” for a few seconds, and her fingers, cold and trembling, brushed the screen.

“Hello?” Celia’s voice sounded tense.

“Celia! You’re in Kenyelle, right? I saw the opening ceremony!” Jasper’s voice came through, more urgent than usual, barely holding back panic. “Forget the ceremony.

“Something happened to your grandfather! He suddenly collapsed, and they rushed him to the hospital. The doctors said it was acute heart failure and multiple organ failure. It’s really bad! You need to get back home immediately!”

Celia’s heart tightened. She moved to the window, keeping her voice steady. “Which hospital? Who’s the attending doctor? Send me the full medical report.”

“Why are you so hung up on the details? Right now, the only thing that matters is you coming home!” Jasper sounded clearly impatient. “Seamus kept calling your name before he passed out. As his granddaughter, shouldn’t you be on the next flight already?

Celia closed her eyes, and flashes of all those years she’d spent looking after Seamus ran through her mind. Every month, she’d tweak his meds from afar and make sure the medical team gave him a full check–up.

In her opinion, Seamus was old and weak, but his health shouldn’t have crashed out of nowhere unless… something happened behind the scenes.

“Why did Seamus suddenly fall ill?” Celia’s voice went cold. “I adjusted his medication last month. His numbers should’ve been steady. Did something happen?”

There was silence on the other end.

Those few seconds of silence made Celia’s heart hit rock bottom.

“Jasper.” Her voice was cold and commanding. “Answer me. What happened before Seamus fell ill?”

“What kind of attitude is that toward your father?” Jasper was clearly rattled, forcing himself to sound calm. “Seamus is old. When his health fails or deteriorates, there’s

nothing we can do about it.

“What’s so weird about that? Just come back already! Don’t forget that you’re a doctor! Dr. Rose! If you don’t come back and save your grandfather, who will?”

That last sentence was practically Successfully unlocked!

Celia felt a cold chill crawl down her spine, not because of her father’s tone, but

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because of the blatant moral pressure in his words.

It was as if dropping everything and rushing home came naturally to her, especially after he’d watched her earn international respect on live TV.

“So,” she said, pausing between each word, “you’re calling me not because Seamus needs his granddaughter, but because the patient needs Dr. Rose?”

“I… that’s not what I meant.” Jasper’s voice grew more frantic. “Celia, this isn’t the time to argue. Book the earliest flight back. Seamus really can’t wait any longer.”

“Send me the hospital address and the attending doctor’s contact info,” Celia cut him off. “I’m heading out now. But if I find out someone messed with Seamus’s health—”

She didn’t finish her sentence, but Jasper audibly gasped on the other end.

“Stop talking nonsense and get back here!” he snapped.

The call was abruptly cut off.

A few seconds later, her phone buzzed with a text: [3rd Floor ICU, Emergency Building, Mercy Hospital. Attending doctor: Dr. Anton Cherris. Come back ASAP!]

Celia stared at the address, her gaze growing colder. ‘Mercy Hospital…‘ she thought as she quickly found a number in her contacts and dialed.

After a few rings, a calm male voice answered, “Hello? Dr. Ross?”

“Mr. Dillon, sorry to disturb you so late,” Celia said urgently. “My grandfather, Seamus, was admitted to the ICU at Mercy Hospital. The attending physician is Dr. Cherris.

“I’m currently overseas and trying to get back as soon as possible. Could you help me check on Seamus’s condition? Any details would be appreciated.”

Matteo was clearly caught off guard, but his tone quickly turned serious. “Seamus is hospitalized? When did this happen? I’ll look into it right away!

“Dr. Ross, rest assured. Your grandfather’s situation is my responsibility. If it hadn’t been for your miraculous touch, Mr. Perry might not have survived that ordeal… I haven’t forgotten what you did.”

“Sorry to trouble you, Mr. Dillon,” Celia replied, her voice growing more serious. “I suspect something about Seamus’s illness, and it happened way too suddenly. I need the most accurate and original check–up reports, and a full record of his medication.”

There was the sound of papers rustling on Matteo’s end, clearly as he got up.” Understood. I’ll go to the ICU myself and pull all the original records. When do you expect to arrive?”

“The soonest will be thirteen or fourteen hours,” Celia said, glancing at the clock. “I’m heading to the airport now.”

“Alright, take care on your way. I’ll keep a close watch here, and if anything changes,

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you’ll be the first to know.” Matteo paused. “Dr. Ross, I’ll make sure everything at Mercy Hospital is handled. You can trust me.”

“Thank you,” Celia said.

After hanging up, Celia finally felt like she could breathe a little easier. With Matteo’s promise backing her up, her nerves settled, at least for now.

But this was no time to let her guard down. Celia snatched her phone off the table and hit speed dial.

Three rings later, a calm male voice came through, “Ms. Ross.”

“David, I need to fly home immediately,” Celia said, her words clipped and urgent. ” There’s an emergency. Get me a car to the airport, ASAP.”

“Understood,” David replied, skipping any unnecessary questions. “I’ll be at the safe house in twenty minutes. Should I arrange your flight?”

“Get in touch with Dr. Carter for me,” Celia said, her tone urgent. “Let him know it’s an emergency, and I need the fastest flight home. At this hour, regular channels won’t work. He might need to use his connections in the International Airline Alliance.”

“On it. I’ll call Dr. Carter right now,” David answered, steady as ever. “Get your stuff ready. I’ll keep you posted as we go.”

“Thank you,” Celia said.

After hanging up, Celia started packing in a hurry. She slipped her document folder into her backpack, snapped her laptop shut, and stuffed a few essentials and toiletries into a small suitcase. Every move was quick and efficient, with no wasted motion.

She glanced around the safe house one last time. Outside the floor–to–ceiling windows, the Eastetillian savanna stretched out under perfect sunlight. But right now, all she could think about was the red lights that might be flashing in the ICU at Mercy Hospital.

With her suitcase in hand, Celia pulled open the door.

The hallway was so quiet that she could hear her own footsteps. She hurried toward the elevator, but nearly ran into someone at the corner.

“Dr. Rose?” Bobby stepped aside in time, looking surprised at the suitcase in her hand.” What’s going on? The opening ceremony isn’t over until this afternoon, right? Dr. Carter just called. He wanted to have dinner with you after the ceremony…”

“There’s an emergency at home. I need to fly back immediately,” Celia said, stopping in her tracks. “Sorry for the last–minute change. I didn’t get a chance to say a proper goodbye.

“Please let Dr. Carter know I’m grateful for his invitation and hospitality these past few days.”

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Bobby straightened up. “No need to thank me. Dr. Carter will definitely understand.” He caught the chill in her expression and asked, a bit cautious, “Do you need a ride to the airport? Or is there anything else we can do for you?”

“No, my ride’s already on the way,” Celia replied, shaking her head. Her voice was steady, but she made it clear, “If anyone asks, say I had a family emergency and had to leave in a hurry.

“No need to tell them where I’m headed. It’s nothing personal, and it’s urgent, so there’s no need for extra details.”

Bobby nodded, getting the message. “Understood. I’ll take care of it. Safe trip, and I hope things get better for your family soon.”

“Thank you,” Celia said.

The elevator doors opened, and Celia stepped inside, nodding to Bobby. The metal doors slid shut, sealing off the last bit of light from the hallway.

At the front entrance of the safe house, that familiar dark gray SUV pulled up right on

time.

The driver’s door swung open, and David got out in a hurry. He was still wearing his slightly faded khaki jacket; his expression was steady, with that same dependable look in his eyes.

“Ms. Ross,” he said, grabbing her suitcase. “Dr. Carter has already worked it out. There‘ s a direct flight from Nairuby to Silvergate in an hour.

“He tapped into his connections with the International Airline Alliance and got you a priority seat. All tickets for this time are sold out, and there’s no way to get one through normal channels.”

“Dr. Carter really pulled some strings for this,” Celia said as she hopped into the passenger seat. “And thanks for everything, David.“\

“No problem,” David said, starting the car and easing out of the safe house driveway. Dr. Carter’s pretty concerned about you. He mentioned your family situation might be messy, so he told me to remind you: watch your back.”

The car sped down the highway, the savanna outside flying past in a blur.

At the special entrance to Nairuby Airport, David pulled the car to a smooth stop.

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