The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 138

"Rachel, you won't believe how terrifying your mom was yesterday," Rachel said, her voice still carrying a hint of disbelief. "When you had that allergic reaction, there was a doctor right there, ready to help. But your mom stopped him, insisting on using your inhaler."

"Inhaler?" Keen asked, puzzled. "I didn't even have it with me."

Rachel nodded, her expression filled with guilt. "But your mom wouldn't listen. She was determined to find it..."

Here, Rachel's eyes welled up with tears as she looked at Keen apologetically. "I'm so sorry, Keen. That inhaler got accidentally knocked over and broke... If your mom finds out, she'll probably be so mad at me. She might not even let me see you anymore."

Keen offered a reassuring smile. "She doesn't need to know. Rachel, it's okay. I won't tell her."

Rachel's tears turned into a relieved smile, "Good, this is our little secret, okay?"

Keen's eyes widened. Just us? Even Dad can't know? He chewed his lip. Dad had his own "forbidden foods" list—if he found out Rachel was sneaking him treats, the fun would end. Maybe… some secrets were worth keeping.

Keen nodded, "Okay."

Rachel extended her pinky finger, "Then let's make a pinky promise. Whoever tells is a little rascal."

Keen wrapped his own pinky around hers, "Whoever tells is a little rascal."

After sealing their promise, Keen couldn't shake off his curiosity. "Rachel, what did you mean when you said my mom didn't let the doctor help me? What happened?"

He needed to know.

Rachel hesitated, looking like she was torn about telling him. "Keen, do you really want to know?"

With a serious look, Keen nodded, "Yeah, I really do."

Rachel seemed conflicted, "Maybe it's better if I don't say anything... It's all in the past now."