Substitute Wife, Genius CEO novel Chapter 563

A few moments later, Vivian went into anaphylactic shock.

Angry red hives rapidly erupted across Vivian's arms, neck, and eyelids, itching intensely. Her throat constricted as if a heavy weight were crushing her windpipe, making every labored breath agonizing.

Thank God they were already in the hospital. The medical team sprinted in and stabilized her immediately.

Still, the ordeal wrecked Vivian. She had just survived a horrific car crash, only to suffer a severe allergic reaction right after.

The chaos left her looking entirely drained, her face ashen and whatever energy she had clawed back completely wiped out.

Summer's heart ached for her friend. She shot Natalia a furious glare. "Mrs. Quinn, before you feed hospitalized patients, shouldn't you check if they have any food allergies?"

Natalia's aide quickly stepped forward to take the heat. "I am so sorry, Director Vance. This was my oversight. Mrs. Quinn entrusted me with the soup order, and I failed to ask."

Whether it was an intentional attack or an honest mistake, Summer had lost all patience with Natalia.

"Vivian needs to rest," she snapped. "Please leave."

Natalia played the victim beautifully. "I am so incredibly sorry. I swear I'll be more careful next time."

Summer took a deep breath to steady her temper. "Mrs. Quinn. I know you feel guilty. But you've already paid our hospital bills and compensated us for the damages. There is absolutely no need for you to visit us again. Thank you, and goodbye."

"But—" Natalia stammered.

Summer cut her off cold. "We need to rest. Let yourselves out."

Natalia walked out of the suite, fuming with disappointment.

She hadn't come to play nurse. She came to gloat and watch them squirm.

Witnessing Summer's misery was the only thing that fueled her dark, twisted soul.

Beyond that, she had intentionally ordered the chef to spike the broth with almond flour.

Vivian West was allergic to almonds. And conveniently, so was Xenia Young.

She was absolutely positive now—Vivian West and Xenia Young were the same person!

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