Substitute Wife, Genius CEO novel Chapter 519

Sitting beside Dexter, the man asked with a hint of hesitation, "Dexter, are you absolutely sure she and Xavier are finished? What if they get back together?"

Dexter let out a dark chuckle. Taking a long drag from his cigar, he slowly turned to the man beside him. "Kane, relax. That bitch Lilith is never bouncing back from this."

"Good to know."

...

The next morning.

Summer and Leo Vance arrived at the hospital to deliver breakfast to Silas.

The moment Silas saw Leo walk in, his protective instincts flared. Worried about spreading the virus, he hastily grabbed a surgical mask and pulled it over his face. "Leo, why did you come? Hospitals are full of germs. Kids shouldn't be here."

"I wanted to check on you, Silas." Leo reached out a small hand to feel Silas's forehead.

A wave of profound warmth washed over Silas's chest. He smiled softly. "My fever has already broken."

Summer arranged the food she brought onto the overbed table. It was an impressive spread: steamed egg with fresh shrimp, delicate side dishes, crystal dumplings, and sliced fish congee.

Looking at the feast, the beautiful, gentle woman beside him, and her sweet, well-behaved son, Silas felt an overwhelming sense of contentment bloom in his heart.

His vision of 'family' had never been clearer, nor had he ever wanted it so desperately.

He wanted Summer as his wife, Leo as his son. He wanted the three of them together, sharing simple meals through the changing seasons.

A life that was quiet, perhaps, but steeped in the profound, everyday warmth of belonging.

Summer still had to visit Starlight Media for an inspection, so Leo offered to stay at the hospital to keep Silas company.

Silas and Leo walked Summer out together.

Summer sighed helplessly. "You really don't need to walk me out."

"Let's go," Silas insisted, naturally taking her bag from her hands. "Your family's breakfast was too good. I definitely overate. A little walk will help me digest."

"And it's good practice for me to walk, too," Leo chimed in, gripping his custom-fitted crutches.

Thanks to his rehabilitation, Leo could now rely on the crutches to walk for longer stretches, easily managing half an hour at a time.

He practiced every morning, noon, and night, gradually building his endurance.

The three of them exited the VIP suite and strolled slowly down the corridor toward the elevators.

As they passed a standard room, a blood-curdling scream suddenly erupted from inside.

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