Too Much to Bear, My Love novel Chapter 713

Chapter 713 Keeping Trouble Away

As soon as Tiffany entered the ward, she glared at Amelia Hutton, who stood in the corner, and snorted. Derrick squeezed her fingers gently and whispered, “Tiff, calm down. There are many people in the ward.”

After composing herself, Tiffany walked over to the bed. She said, “Mrs. Hutton, I’m here again. Are you feeling better?”

Eleanor’s face looked even paler than the day before. Apart from that, she had lost a lot of weight. The oversized hospital gown hung loosely over her body, making it look like a playful child had stolen an adult’s clothing.

Seeing this, Tiffany felt a lump start to form in her throat. She couldn’t believe the woman in front of her who was once so dazzling had been reduced to such a sickly state after being tortured by the disease. At that thought, Tiffany’s heart couldn’t help but ache.

Unaware of Tiffany’s thoughts, Eleanor smiled warmly. “Thanks for your concern, Tiffany. I’m feeling better. With Lia taking care of me, I’ll be able to endure it even if it’s a more serious illness.”

Tiffany put the fruit basket she bought on the table and said with a smile, “Amelia must be your antidote, Mrs. Hutton.”

“Yes, she is. My whole body is filled with energy as long as she’s here.” Eleanor smiled.

Amelia Winters poured two cups of tea for Tiffany and Derrick before she said, “Tiff, Derrick, when are you two going back to Tayhaven?”

“Probably the day after tomorrow. Derrick and I will be visiting an elder in Saspiuburg in the afternoon. Otherwise, we will come off as rude if we don’t visit them even when we’re in Saspiuburg,” Tiffany replied as she took a sip of tea.

Amelia Winters nodded.

Eleanor looked at Tiffany and asked weakly, “Tiffany, you and Derrick have been married for a few months now. How is it? Is there good news?”

Tiffany was momentarily stumped. The next second, it dawned on her what Eleanor meant. So, she shook her head. “We’re still a newlywed. We want some time to ourselves first.”

Eleanor nodded understandingly but said earnestly, “There is nothing wrong with young people wanting to enjoy their newlywed lives. But you two should still put pregnancy in your plan. Both of you are over thirty years old. It’s not easy for women to get pregnant once they are over thirty. You guys should hurry up.”

Tiffany nodded and smiled. “I got it, Mrs. Hutton. Derrick and I will work harder.”

“Lia happened to be planning for another child too. Since you two are good friends, you should hurry it up. Maybe both of you can get pregnant around the same time. That will be great.” With a smile, Eleanor continued, “That way, I can help babysit your child too when I babysit Lia’s child.

Amelia Winters and Tiffany remained indifferent after hearing what Eleanor said. Looking at the situation, Amelia Hutton couldn’t help but chime in, her voice turning sharp.

“Mom, she doesn’t have a plan for a child yet. Why are you being so nosy? That is ridiculous.”

Eleanor was taken aback by her remark. She looked at Amelia Hutton in puzzlement and said with a slightly annoyed voice, “Amelia, what’s wrong with you? Why are you behaving this way when I’m talking to our guests? You’re so rude.”

Amelia Hutton bit her lip and glanced at Oscar instinctively. However, she didn’t expect Oscar to be staring at Amelia Winters without a care for her.

The indignance she felt magnified instantly.

“Mom, I just wanted you to rest well without worrying about these things. It’s not good for your health. The doctor said you should focus on recuperating. Don’t tire yourself out over these things. Why don’t you listen?” Amelia Hutton huffed.

Eleanor’s expression softened, and she said, “Amelia, I know you meant well. But I’m talking to our guests, so you should be more polite. Apologize to Tiffany now. Don’t make a fuss and behave yourself.”

Amelia Hutton’s expression darkened, and she was about to blow her top when Benjamin entered the ward. As such, she could only swallow the words on the tip of her tongue.

Benjamin walked straight to Eleanor’s side and touched her forehead with his cheek. Sensing there was no sign of fever, he said warmly, “Does your head still hurt? Do you want the doctor to check on you again?”

Eleanor dodged a little, but she was not as repulsed by his touch anymore.

“The children are here, so don’t pretend to be all intimate with me. They’ll get the wrong impression,” Eleanor said awkwardly.

Benjamin was all smiles after he heard that.

Then, he sat down and said, “Let me tell you something. I’ve handed the company over to Sean. He will have to stand on his own from now. Of course, I’ll help him whenever he encounters problems that he cannot solve. But, I will not interfere with the company’s affairs anymore. I’ll stay right by your side to accompany you to your treatments. When you get better, we’ll travel overseas. We can settle down there too if you like the environment over there.”

Eleanor was stunned and looked at Benjamin with a conflicted look. She never thought that this man who had been domineering for most of his life would let go of everything he had been adamant about for her illness.

“Didn’t you like managing the company?” Eleanor asked.

“I don’t. I was only holding on to the company for all these years because I wanted you to have a better life. And stop thinking of the daughter who went missing. It’s a pity that I only now realized that I had misplaced my focus. But it’s not too late. At least this way, I have more time for you now.”

Eleanor fell silent.

Just then, a young lady entered the ward when the tension in the air started to disperse.

She approached Benjamin with a paper in her hand and said, “Darling, I’m pregnant.”

Her words left everyone in shock. The young lady looked similar to Eleanor in terms of her aura and appearance, especially her glistering eyes.