The IVF Secret That Shook a Dynasty novel Chapter 93

Following the consultation, Chaim’s treatment plan was officially adjusted. Dr. Warren recommended a combination of several chemotherapy drugs, a method that could more effectively control the disease.

But the side effects were severe. The little boy lost his appetite and began to vomit.

Watching him so listless after being sick, Vivica had to secretly wipe away her tears. Sometimes, when Chaim felt particularly unwell, he would cry for his mother. Unwilling to leave his side, Vivica had to take time off from her department.

Joseph was busy with work, but no matter how swamped he was, he always made time to visit Chaim.

He was surprised to find Vivica in the hospital room one morning. "You're not at work today?"

Vivica looked up, equally surprised to see him. "No. Chaim was throwing up badly this morning and wouldn't sleep unless I held him, so I took the day off."

After her quiet explanation, she asked, "Is it a slow day for you?"

"I have a court hearing this afternoon, but my morning is clear," Joseph said, glancing at his watch. "Since you're free, why don't we go get the boy's last name changed?"

"Right now?"

"Yes. We can drop Chaim off at the North Wing with my parents."

Vivica wasn't in any real hurry to change Chaim's name, but she couldn't refuse after everything Joseph had done for them.

"Alright. Let me get his coat," she said, picking up Chaim as Ruby handed her a small jacket.

"Sweetheart, how about you go play with Grandma and Grandpa for a little while?" she asked gently while dressing him.

Chaim, who was feeling a bit better, nodded. "I'm going to build a battle tank with Grandpa today."

"Don't confront him directly," Joseph advised. "There's a significant difference in physical strength between men and women. You'll be at a disadvantage."

"I know." Vivica nodded, but whether it was from the anger of the news or something else, she felt a strange discomfort in her abdomen.

They arrived at city hall, where Joseph had already arranged things with a supervisor, so they were taken directly to an office without having to wait.

After they filled out the required application, an employee began the process online.

"Mr. Baird, the online review will take about fifteen business days. Once it's approved, the guardian will need to come back in person to finalize the confirmation," the supervisor explained clearly.

Joseph nodded his thanks and shook the man's hand. Vivica stood beside him, nodding politely.

These past few days with Joseph had given her a firsthand look at the power and influence of a man of his stature. She was beginning to see him through an increasingly thick filter of admiration. Even his cold, imposing demeanor now seemed to possess a powerful charm.