The Day I Stopped Waiting Was the Day He Started Begging novel Chapter 126

"True," Sloane said, her trademark spark returning. "Give me a second to change, and let's go check on Evie at the hospital."

Sloane's emotional storms always passed as quickly as they arrived.

Perhaps because of her condition, she moved through life like a hurricane—reckless, wild, and entirely free.

On the way to the private facility, Madeline bought a mountain of supplies for Evie. When they arrived, Sloane had to take a business call in the lobby, so Madeline headed up alone.

The moment she pushed open the door, Fiona looked at her in surprise.

"Maddy, didn't you just drop off a bunch of stuff? Why did you buy more?"

"Evie could never use all of this."

Madeline blinked, completely confused.

"Fiona, I didn't bring anything earlier."

The realization hit Fiona instantly. She stood up, pointing to a massive pile of shopping bags overflowing with designer dresses, plush toys, and expensive snacks in the corner.

"York was just here. He said it was a gift from the two of you. I just assumed you were in on it."

A complex knot of emotions tightened in Madeline's chest.

Wasn't he busy playing chauffeur for Felicity?

He really was a master of juggling his women.

Yet, seeing the lengths he went to for Evie left her deeply unsettled.

Noticing her rigid posture, Fiona gently pulled her down onto the sofa.

"Evie has been an absolute angel these past two days. Even the doctors are thrilled. Her vitals are incredibly strong."

She paused, choosing her next words carefully.

"Maddy, I know it's not my place to interfere in your marriage."

"But I've looked at you as my own daughter for years, just like Sloane."