The Apple of My Eye novel Chapter 424

To further boost his grandson's image, Craig announced, "Anthony will soon begin working at Y Hospital with his preferred salary." The elder physician said, "I just accompanied him to make things easier and also to take a short vacation in Y City before finally returning home."

After listening to Craig, Arthur suddenly felt much relieved to learn that Anthony was just as skilled as his grandfather. "Thank you, my friend, for the reassurance. And to you Anthony, I am leaving Autumn in your care. I trust you will take good care of her."

Anthony bowed. "Grandpa Arthur, please put your mind at ease. As you are my grandfather's old friend, I promise to put my heart and soul to ensure Autumn will get a proper treatment." He remained composed even as his heart swelled with pride over his grandfather's words.

On their drive back home, Autumn was in a cheerful mood. Charles really hoped Anthony can help his wife to heal.

After several minutes of silence, Autumn spoke up. "Charles, tomorrow I can go to Y Hospital for treatment by myself." She wanted to prove she could be independent again.

But Charles, ever protective of his wife, dismissed the idea. Quite roughly, he expressed his concern. "I don't see any advantage of allowing you to go to the hospital by yourself."

He added, "I will feel better if I accompany you to Y Hospital tomorrow, given your delicate condition." Autumn was ready to argue. "But, I'm strong enough to do that." She hoped to convince her husband to trust her to go by herself.

Charles drummed his fingers on the steering wheel while thinking. Finally, he proposed, "Here is my suggestion. I will accompany you to see the doctor for the first time. If his diagnosis shows that you are sound enough to be by yourself, I will go back to the office to take care of business. Is that acceptable to you?"

Autumn heaved a sigh of relief. "That's definitely okay with me, " she told her husband.

It was 10:00 p.m. by the time they got home. Nancy was waiting for Autumn's arrival and was quite impatient as she went to greet the couple. Autumn was surprised to see Nancy still awake that late. "Nancy, why have you not slept yet?" she asked with concern.

Autumn noticed Nancy looked a bit anxious.

"I was waiting for you, Autumn, " said she. Nancy rarely smiled, but this time she had a sincere one for Autumn. "I made these baby clothes during my spare time and wanted to give them to you. I wasn't sure what your favorites were."

Autumn was presented with neatly stitched clothes, the workmanship of which she greatly admired. "Oh Nancy! These are beautiful." After inspecting them carefully, she said, "They will fit my baby perfectly."

Nancy had made baby pants, tops, shoes and hats with elaborate stitching that would definitely look cute on a baby.

"Thank you for your appreciation, " she humbly said to Autumn. Nancy stood up and bid goodnight. "You go on and get a good night's rest, " she told Autumn.

Charles, sitting calmly, watched everything that happened between the two women. Still, he would continue to keep a close watch on Nancy.

The following day, Charles drove Autumn to Y Hospital. As Autumn entered the examination room, they both saw Anthony wearing the doctor's white coat.

Autumn was amazed at how Anthony looked different simply because he was dressed as a doctor now.

"You look distracted, " he told Autumn. Anthony led his patient into the room, and got busy checking her. First he took her pulse and conducted an ultrasound meticulously. Then he carefully asked about how she was feeling.

Finally, he said, "For the time being, you are in good condition. But I want you to be honest with me and tell me if there's something bothering you. Tell me the truth."