The Cold Surgeon's Contract Bride novel Chapter 281

I never expected Lucille to target Leon for help.

Although it was inappropriate to say, Lucille knew perfectly well that Ferris and I were still legally married, even if the rest of the world didn't. Bothering Leon over and over again at a time like this felt like taking advantage of his kindness.

What was the difference between this and using him as a stepping stone?

Leon had already helped us so much. For Lucille to scheme against him like this was simply unethical.

Lucille scoffed at my objections. "Isn't it normal for friends to help each other out? Besides, I just mentioned it casually. Leon took our problems to heart on his own. There's no taking advantage here."

It was pure sophistry.

I stared at her, utterly exasperated. "Then call Dr. Lennox right now and tell him we've already figured out a solution for Maxwell."

Lucille choked on her words. She pointed at the wall clock. "Look at the time. Leon is probably asleep by now. He's been running around for us all day. It would be terrible to wake him."

I glanced at the clock and realized it was already ten at night.

It really wasn't a good time to call.

"Fine, I'll tell him tomorrow morning."

Seeing my serious expression, Lucille glanced toward the ICU. "If circumstances weren't forcing my hand, why would I bother anyone? Look at Silas, and Maxwell needs constant care too. With such a heavy burden on my shoulders, I have to find a way, don't I?"

She wiped away a tear and stubbornly turned her face away, giving me her back.

Early the next morning, I called Leon right around breakfast. When I mentioned Maxwell's situation, Leon sounded surprised. "But I've already made an appointment with Mr. Fletcher, the facility director. I'm actually on my way to the care center right now."

"Right now?" I gasped.

"Yeah, I figured Maxwell's situation is important," Leon said patiently. "It's better if I handle this in person."

A wave of guilt washed over me. I scrambled for an excuse. "There's no need, Dr. Lennox. We've already found a way to handle it, you..."

"You're pushing me away again, aren't you?" Leon interrupted gently. "Don't forget my grandfather is a shareholder of the care center. That excuse wasn't very clever, Dr. Hayes."

I wanted the floor to swallow me whole.