Chapter 22
In a VIP wand of Harrowirll Hospital, Dominick sat by the bedside, letting the pale–faced middle–aged woman hold bus band.
“Dom. I’m sorry, I slidn’t mean to worry you, the wontan spoke weakly avat she’d just fought a banke.
Dom. I didn’t mean for this to happen. My mom was in critical condition and wanted to see you, so I called you” Marissa chimed in with a concerned look. She poured a glass of water and set it on the side table. “I hope I didn’t disturb
“It’s time.” Dominick replied and gently pasted the woman’s hand. “Mrs. Present, as long as you’re fine
Ten alright, but I feel bad making you go through all this… I’m just afraid I won’t make it and won’t get in ver you our last time” Linda said, her eyes welling up with tears. “Tididn’t want to bunden you…”
“Mrs. Prescott, please don’t say that Dominick reassured her patiently. When Mr. Prescott entrusted you and Marissa to our family, you became my family. It’s only night for me to take care of you.”
Marissa’s father, a former chauffeur for the Vanderbilt family, had always taken responsibility for driving Dominick around, Linda Prescott, Marissa’s mother, had been the maid who had tended to Dominick’s every treil since his birth.
Since their parents had worked for the Vanderbuli family. Marissa had known Dentinick anal his family from a young age.
linghi, charming, and well–liked. Marissa had become like a younger sister to Dominurk, and Larch even brought Marissa to their house and had her attend the same prestigious school as Dominick. Technically, Marissa and Dominick grew up together.
But tragedy struck when Marisa’s father died in a car accident velude driving Dominick home. On his deathbed, he asked Dominick to take care of his wife and daughter
Hearing Dominick’s words, Linda nodded, deeply moved. “I’ve been so lucky to have worked for a family as kind–hearted as the Vanderbil Honestly, if I were to die today. I wouldn I have any regrets.
Mrs. Presenti Dominick voice softened
“Mom” Mariska wiped away her tears. “Please stop saying things about death
Linda waved it off and continued, her voice filled with deep emotion, “The only thing I’m worried about now is Marissa. I just want to see her gen married and have children, but I don’t know if I’ll get that bunce”
You will Dominik reassured her, trying to lightien the mood. The doctor said you’re getting better. Everything’s going to be fine.”
Linda, however, wasn’t cominced “Dom, you
don’t need to condon me. I know my body beter than anyone
With that, she gripped Dominick’s hand tightly: Iser eyes filled with pleading. “Dom, you’ve grown up with Marissa. I can only rest easy if I know the’s in your hands. That way, I can go meet her father without worry”
“Mom, what are you saying?” Marissa’s face flushed, and her voice trembled as she glanced at Dominick. “We’re Ol geez The words were awkward, and she seemed almost embarrassed by her mother’s insistence.
But there was something in her eyes when she looked at Dominick something that suggested more them just friendship.
Linda fixed her eyes on Dominick, waiting for his answer.
Dominick nodded firmly and answered, “Mrs. Prescott, don’t worry. I’ll take care of Marissa, I promise.”
Linda’s face lit up with relief at his words, but before she could smile fully, Dominick added, “To me, Marissa is just like Kayla
Linda’s smile froze instantly and for a long moment, slie didn’t know what expression to wear.
“Mrs. Prescott, are you alright? Are you feeling unwell Dominick asked
Linda managed a forced smile and replied. “No, everything’s fine. She glanced at Marissa, whose expression had also turned stiff and awkward.
“Dom, my mom meant to say.” Marissa hesitated, her voice trailing off.
Hram Dominick turned to look at Marissa with clear eyes.
Manna bit hier lip. but in the end, she couldn’t bring herself to say it. Instead, she spoke, “Hey, aren’t you supposed to be leaving for a Luisiness trip tonight! It’s getting pretty late.”
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then Julan knocked on the door and entered. “Mr. Vanderbils, it’s time to go”
Dominick checked the time, realizing it was indeed getting late. After giving Linda one last reassurance, he left the room.
Juhun followed behind, but before stepping out, he exchanged a brief look with Marica, gave a slight nod, and walked away without another word.
Marisa sipod in the hallway and watched the two m
two men disappear around the comer. Once they were out
were out of sight, she went back into
went back into the roden
“Dear, what’s going on?” Linda, lying weakly before, now sat up in bed anxiously, “You had me lake being sick to get Dominick here. Why did you
do that?
Marissa slumped into the chair, grabbed the water she’d poured for Dominick earlier, and drank it all before speaking, “Dominick’s ex–wife is back”
“You mean Paisley?” Linda’s eyes widened in surprise. She remembered Paisley well–a stunning woman who instantly grabbed the attention of others in a crowded room
“She’s come looking for Dominick again!” Linda asked.
Marwa shook her head. She hasn’t actively sought him out, but the way Dominick’s been acting around her makes me uneasy
1f Julian hadn’t told her that Dominick had gone to see Paisley with Gmyson, Marissa wouldn’t have known anything about. She thought he’d be back quickly, but Julian said Dominick had gone into Paisley’s house and hadn’t come out since.
So. Marissa rushed to the hospital and used her mother’s situation as an excuse to get Dominick in leave
“Swertie, maybe you should just let it go.” Linda said, seeing the situation more clearly, i was obvious now that Dominick didn’t have romantic feelings for her daughter. He ow Marissa as family, and nothing more
Of course, Linda wished her daughter could marry someone like Dominick. She wanted her daughter to live a good life, but…..
Linda said, “Sometimes, forcing things just doesn’t work our you know
Marissa shook her head stubbornly and replied. “No, Mom. I can’t just give him sip!”
She didn’t care whether the result was good or not, as long as she got him. But more than that, she was concerted with Paisley’s thoughts abinai
Grayson ended up staying at Paisley’s house.
come
Paisley called Ernery not to cure over in the next couple of days. While Grayson wasn’t exactly Dominick, Emery still had biases against Grayson, and there was no telling what the might say in front of him.
Grayson was still just a kid, and although Paisley didn’t wish Grayson to accept her, she didn’t see the need to complicate things. She just wanted to get through the next few days in peace. Once Donninick came back, she’d send the kid off
Paisley glanced at the clock, and it was time to start dinner. Since Maria was nut, is was up to her to cook
“Kids, I’ll cook bów. No lighting, got R?” she said while heading inen the kitchen,
To her relief, the two kids could already take care of themselves, so she could leave them alone.
Grayson rolled his eyes and gave Serena a dismissive look. He wasn’t about to waste his time fighting with a little kid.
Serena, though, wasn’t paying attention to him. She was happily playing with her toys, completely ignoring his attitude.
After wandering around the living room and feeling bored, Grayson noticed the stairs leading up to the antic and decided to check it out
By the time Serena looked up, Grayson was already halfway up
Serena thought, “Where’s be going! To Mom’s space“
Furrowing her brows, she got up and followed him upstars
