Too Much to Bear, My Love novel Chapter 706

Chapter 706 Enough Torment

It had only been less than five days since Amelia Winters stayed in Saspiuburg, and she had already witnessed Eleanor experiencing symptoms such as headaches, hair loss, and diarrhea. The fact that Eleanor was losing the thick locks of hair she had taken great care of was horrifying for Amelia. The latter could not even bring herself to look at Eleanor’s head.

Amelia knew hair loss was a common symptom for leukemia patients. No matter how thick a patient’s hair was, it would still gradually fall off, and they would end up bald. Even so, she never thought Eleanor would become like that, too.

Amelia was utterly heartbroken when she saw Eleanor suffering so much from the headache.

Eleanor’s head hurt badly, and much of her hair had fallen. Though she was lying weakly on the bed, she still comforted Amelia, “Lia, I’m fine. I’m only having a headache from eating too much yesterday. You and Oscar are flying back today, right? You should get going then. Don’t delay your work because of me. Remember to pay me a visit whenever you’re free. I’ll go through the treatment for you. Don’t worry. I won’t die so soon. I want to help you take care of your children, after all.”

Amelia’s eyes reddened.

She choked, “I told Oscar to cancel the tickets already. I also told him to get his friend, who’s an expert in neurosurgery, to come over and be your attending doctor. You’ll be fine.”

A smile appeared on Eleanor’s pale face.

She caressed Amelia’s face and said lovingly, “Okay. I’ll do everything you say. I’m sure I’ll recover one day. I’ll never let anything happen to me so easily when I still want to carry my grandchildren.”

Amelia nodded.

“Won’t your work be affected if you and Oscar stay in Saspiuburg?” Eleanor asked concernedly.

“It’s still fine for Oscar. He listens to his subordinates reporting remotely every day upon returning to the hotel. Besides, he has many capable people working for him. The company’s operations will be fine with him gone for a while. As for me, I’m thinking of quitting. I’ll consider working again once you’re better.” Amelia could not help but feel she was “connected” to the hospital. Things were happening to the people around her one by one, and she had to visit the hospital every now and then. On top of that, she often applied for leaves, which was unfair to Shane. Hence, she would rather give up her position and give it to someone capable.

“Is it because of me?”

“It’s nothing like that. The Clintons are not in need of my salary. Besides, I haven’t worked for five years since I married Oscar. I returned to the workforce because I was too bored. And now, I have a perfect excuse to quit my job and take care of you,” Amelia said with a smile.

Eleanor said nothing in response.

After coaxing Eleanor to sleep, Amelia stepped outside to call Shane about her resignation.

However, Shane rejected her request immediately, “Amelia, I don’t approve of your resignation. Since Mrs. Hutton is sick, I’ll give you a six-month leave. You can resume your work once you’re back. I’ll keep your position as the director of the design department for you. You’re a talented person. I don’t want you to give up on a job you like so easily. You’re really talented in designing, you know?”

“Shane, I know you’re doing this for me, but my mom’s in an unpredictable condition. I don’t know when I can return. Besides, I might need to travel between Tayhaven to Saspiuburg. I won’t be able to carry out my responsibilities at work. It’s a waste of money hiring someone like me who can’t perform at their work. There are many talented people out there. You don’t need to hold on to me,” Amelia said rationally.

“Bah. That’s enough. Just think of it as me doing this so I can still rely on Mr. Clinton. Surely you know I’m a petty person who loves power? I’ll definitely keep this position for you. You’re extremely talented in designing, so don’t give up on it. I really hope you can show off your skills to the entire world one day,” Shane said confidently.

In truth, Amelia never thought that far ahead. If she had, she would not have chosen to work full-time after getting married to Oscar. Amelia did not have lofty aspirations. All she wanted was for her family to be alive and well. Yet, for some unknown reason, some people saw her as a vixen who liked seducing other men.

Sometimes, people enjoyed judging a person’s qualities based on their looks.

“I’ll hang up now. I’ll continue talking to you about work once my mom’s condition has stabilized. I’ll return if you still need me by then.”

“You’re welcome to come back anytime. In fact, I’d be worried if a pretty lady like you leaves. That way, I won’t be able to rely on Mr. Clinton anymore.”

“Shane, you’re not that kind of person. Stop pulling that act already. I’m hanging up now.” With that, Amelia ended the call right away.

Meanwhile, Shane chuckled into the phone. He enjoyed being Amelia’s colleague, for it made him feel relaxed. On top of that, he did not have to worry about her taking his words to heart, no matter what he said.

After hanging up, Amelia returned to the ward. Seeing Eleanor was still sleeping, she whispered to Oscar, who was carrying Tony, “Oscar, why don’t you take Tony back to Tayhaven first? I’m sure Mrs. Clinton misses him already.”

“It’s fine. I’ll get Hugo to take Tony back in two days. I’ll stay here with you.”

“Won’t your work be affected?”

“I didn’t spend so much money to hire them to do nothing.”

Amelia smiled.

She pondered for a while and changed the topic. “When is James coming over?”

“He’ll be reaching in the afternoon, but he recommends us to send Mom to Tayhaven. The hospital there has all the most advanced equipment he has prepared. Although Saspiuburg’s facilities are quite good, he thinks it’s not better than his.”