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They did not seem like a married couple, more like partners who had signed an agreement. Nevertheless, Lena
could tell that Kasey had feelings for Elijah. Her family benefited from this marriage alliance, yet she had become
the sacrifice.
"What's wrong? Do you think I'm irresponsible in marriage?" Elijah maintained his nonchalant tone. "It's genetic! My
old man wasn't responsible either."
Lena remained silent, uninterested in his family matters.
Elijah murmured, "He had a wife but still messed around outside. I'm much better than him. At least I didn't father
any illegitimate..."
He paused and looked at Lena. "I didn't father any illegitimate children.
"But I seem to have a half-brother. My old man saw that child once before he died and entrusted me to find him.
Why should I look for him? To compete for the family inheritance? Let him fend for himself outside!"
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAnnoyed by what she was hearing, Lena glanced at him and turned to leave.
"Hey, where are you going?"
Lena did not respond and headed toward the obstetrics and gynecology department. Surprisingly, she came across
Lina, who had just finished her examination, at the entrance.
"Why are you coming out on your own?" Lena's heart skipped a beat. "I'm sorry, I'm sorry... I'm late! I..."
"Why so nervous?" Lina smiled. "I have nurses taking care of me. It's okay. Besides, I've finished the examination. I
came out for some fresh air!"
She gently pushed aside the messy hair falling on Lena's forehead. Then, she caught sight of someone nearby...
Lina was startled and turned around.
"Mr. Chriss? You're here too?"
"Oh, hehehe..." Elijah's demeanor swiftly changed to a respectful one. "I..."
Lina looked at Lena. "You mentioned a friend who's in the hospital. Is it him?"
"Yeah."
"But this is a maternity and children's hospital!"
Elijah chuckled and took out his phone to show Lina his chat history with Lena. He then explained the whole
situation.
"My little troublemaker met Lena once before, and they seemed to have quite the connection, so..."
"I see." Lina was not too bothered.
Elijah was one of their own in a way. His capabilities and connections were not to be underestimated, and he often
shielded her in the boardroom. That offended some seniors, which resulted in numerous scandalous rumors about
him and Jacquelin.
Lina had wanted to clear his name, but he did not care much and was entirely focused on his work.
After thinking for a moment, Lina made a call to her assistant and instructed her to buy a gift.
Elijah immediately declined upon hearing that.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Don't be so polite," Lina earnestly said. "I'm also pregnant right now, and I have a few more check-ups to do. It's
just a gesture to express my goodwill. I wish her a speedy recovery."
"Thank you."
Elijah looked up and saw Lena diligently accompanying Lina. They looked like best friends, and he suddenly felt a
pang of unease.
'Oh no! I never anticipated that Lena had such a significant background! I even offered her triple the salary and
treated her like a nanny... I also boldly talked back!' he thought.
Elijah bit his tongue, his face turning white. He wished he could find a hole to crawl into.
"Mr. Chriss, are you okay?" Lina looked at him.
Elijah forced a smile. "I'm fine..."
"By the way, I'd like to formally inform you." Lina pulled Lena over with smiling eyes. "Lena is under me now. So,
please be polite to her in the future!"
"Yes, yes!" Elijah nodded repeatedly, suddenly realizing a truth—one should never casually offend a woman!
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