Filed to story: Mia Bowen and Timothy Barrett Novel
Timothy lowered his gaze onto the paper but didn’t take it. “Grandma gave it to you.”
“It’s for the baby, the nonexistent baby. And we know that very well. So I can’t take this.” She caressed her belly.
Lying to Laura pricked her guilty conscience, but that was the only thing that could be done.
Timothy didn’t take it, so she simply thrust it into Heath’s hands and left.
She wouldn’t take a single penny from the Barrett family¨Cthat was her bottom line.
Timothy’s eyes darkened as he watched her leave.
Heath swallowed hard before he asked, “Mr. Barett, how do I deal with this document?”
Timothy glanced at him and replied indifferently, “It’s for you. Deal with it on your own.”
Heath was at a loss for words. He felt like he was in a dilemma. It was undeniably a rough day at work for him.
When Mia arrived home, she recalled Timothy mentioning about getting a new doctor. She was worried about
Laura’s surgery.
However, the thought of asking him about the surgery slipped her mind when she left the hospital.
She remembered Connor’s acquaintance, who was a doctor. He might be able to offer a piece of advice.
After all, she was worried about Laura and wished for her speedy recovery after the surgery.
Thus, she gave Connor a call.
“Connor, are you busy now?”
“I’m good. Is there anything wrong?”
“Previously, I mentioned that my friend’s grandmother needs to undergo surgery. And I asked whether you knew anyone who could do the job, and you said you had someone in mind, right?”
“Yeah, but didn’t you say your friend had found a doctor?”
Mia paused for a while.
“That’s right, but apparently, the doctor isn’t willing to do it anymore. So, we had to look for another one.”
“I see. Alright, no problem. Tell me the details once I get back.”
“Sure.”
After she hung up, she heaved a sigh of relief. She really hoped that the doctor Connor found would be willing to perform the surgery.
She waited for him to return from work for the entire night. She even made him some macaroni as supper.
When Connor came home, the macaroni was the first thing he saw. He beamed with joy instantly.
After he snapped a picture of it, he planned to show it off in the group chat that Mia personally made supper for him.
He took a seat after he washed his hands.
“Mia, what’s your friend’s grandma’s condition?”
He had to be fully aware of her details before he agreed to perform the surgery.
Mia explained Laura’s condition thoroughly. After all, she used to be her caretaker and knew best about her illness.
While Connor busied himself with eating as he listened to her, his expression gradually turned grave.
“This isn’t a simple surgery.”
“Exactly, that’s why we had a hard time finding a suitable doctor. When we finally found one, there was a sudden change of plans. However, my friend’s grandma couldn’t afford to wait any longer.”
He nodded and answered, “Alright, I should be able to work on it.”
“Really? Do you know someone who can perform this surgery?”
Connor was momentarily stunned when he realized that he nearly blew his cover.
In a haste, he explained, “Yeah! I know a friend who’s an expert in this surgery. Rest assured, your friend’s grandma will be fine.”
“Alright, I’m relieved.”
Mia was certain that he wouldn’t lie to her.
After a brief pause, she continued, “Connor, is it possible for me to know who your friend is and his whereabouts? I don’t think my friend’s grandma can wait any longer.”
Connor’s hand came to a halt.
“My friend’s quite busy, so I don’t think he has the luxury to meet you. However, you can pass me the medical records so I can hand them over to him.
“We’ll set a time for the surgery, and he’ll perform the surgery by then.”
This was the only way he could think of to carry out the surgery for Mia’s friend’s grandmother without exposing himself.
Mia hesitated. Actually, she already had Laura’s medical records since she used to be her private caretaker.
But Laura’s name would be found on the medical records. What if Connor found out?
In fact, Mia was still in a dilemma. After all, Liam was so close to fighting Timothy back at the auction house.
When Timothy sent her to the hospital because she lost consciousness from being sick, even Connor suspected that he was the father of her child.
Things would be complicated if Connor found out her friend’s grandma was Laura.
She sighed. This was tough.
“Mia, what’s wrong?” As Connor finished his supper, he noticed the pensive look on her face.
“Is there something you can’t say? Is your friend running short on cash?”
“No, it’s not like that.”
There was no way that Timothy lacked money.
After a brief pause, Mia continued, “Connor, will you help me no matter what happens?”
“Of course, you’re my sister.”
He would offer a helping hand regardless of anything. If it were something he couldn’t help with, he would go to great lengths to help her.
Connor spotted the hesitation in her eyes. He ruffled her hair.
“It’s alright. Just tell me which hospital your friend’s grandma is at, and I can accompany you over to check on her.”
“Then, can you help me to ask whether the doctor can make it?”
“Sure. Get some rest now, Mia.”
She got up and went back to her room. Frankly, she was pondering on whether she should tell Connor the truth. She also wasn’t sure whether Timothy would be please with her doing this.
Maybe he would even blame her for meddling in his affairs or speculate that she was merely trying to please
Laura.
She covered her face with her hands as she gave up on thinking. She would be fine for now.
…
When Mia woke up the next day, her belly suddenly felt slightly uncomfortable. Yet, she couldn’t bring herself to sense what was off.
Since she was worried about her baby, she called Connor immediately.
“Connor, my belly hurts.”
Feeling anxious, he bombarded her with questions.
“Where are you now? Do you need me to come over?
“I’m on my way to find you. I don’t know whether I’m just overthinking.”
“Mia, you must come to the hospital if you feel something’s wrong. After all, you’re pregnant and must be extra careful.”
This was what she had in mind as well. Thus, she hailed a cab and headed straight to the hospital.
Connor was already waiting for her at the hospital entrance.
“The doctor’s waiting for you. Let’s go for an ultrasound and check whether there’s an issue.”
Mia was equally worried. After taking the ultrasound, the results showed that there wasn’t anything wrong with her.