Forced to Marry the Sickly Billionaire-Chapter 289: Apology

Sophia Fletcher guiltily lowered her eyes, "It wasn’t intentional. She took out a needle and was about to prick Lucas without saying a word, how could I possibly stand by?"

"That’s no excuse for you to humiliate Serena! When she comes back, you’d better give her a proper apology." Old Master Lane’s voice was cold and stern, his attitude unquestionable.

Sophia Fletcher felt even more aggrieved right away, but being accustomed to being strong-willed, no matter how turbulent her heart was, her face still maintained that cool detachment.

Not hearing her response, Old Master Lane grew even angrier and roared in a low voice, "Did you hear me?"

Sophia Fletcher was startled by his cold voice, instinctively looking toward Justin Lane.

She thought her husband would stand by her, yet Justin Lane actually echoed in agreement, "You really need to change that temper of yours."

Sophia Fletcher almost choked in disbelief, her eyes widening.

Just then, the door was suddenly pushed open, and Claire Lane entered with Serena Summers and Lucas Shaw, "Mom, quickly apologize to Serena."

Sophia Fletcher hadn’t expected even her own daughter to turn against her.

She was so angry that her chest heaved, a look of embarrassment surfacing on her face.

Serena Summers slowly shook her head, "No need. I’m not a currency; I don’t need to be liked by everyone. But—"

Her tone shifted as she continued, "I can stand by my medical skills, and I will take responsibility for my patients. So, Mrs. Lane, please take responsibility for your actions as well."

She never expected Sophia Fletcher to apologize.

For someone as proud as her, apologizing would be more painful than death.

She just wanted to tell her that, whether it’s the Fletcher Family or the Lane Family, she neither cherished nor needed.

She wasn’t afraid of being misunderstood; she just disliked the taste of being pointed at and humiliated.

If one does not offend me, I do not offend them; if anyone offends me, I shall retaliate a hundredfold.

Sophia Fletcher’s complexion abruptly turned ashen, her hands clenching the hem of her clothes tightly as she turned to look at the child weak and asleep on the hospital bed, a stabbing pain rising in her chest.

She was silent for a long while, enduring the embarrassment, grinding down her pride and dignity bit by bit, slowly uttering the three words she least wanted to say in her life, "I’m sorry."

If her obstruction caused any harm to come to Youngest Master Fletcher, she would be to blame.

As a businesswoman, she knew best how to weigh pros and cons.

She knew that at this moment, this was her only choice.

Her speaking up stunned everyone present, especially the Fletcher and Lane Families.

Old Master Lane, who had watched Sophia Fletcher grow up, knew her temperament best.

She was someone who, even if her bones were broken, would not easily admit defeat.

Yet today, she actually uttered these words of apology in public.

Serena Summers was also stunned; she hadn’t expected Sophia Fletcher to truly choose to apologize, and her emotions were feeling rather complex for a moment.

If Sophia Fletcher had kept her indifferent attitude, Serena could have ignored it, but now... she found herself at a loss for words.

It took a while before she regained her composure.

Under everyone’s gaze, Serena Summers cleared her throat and spoke somewhat uncomfortably, "You don’t have to apologize. I know you’re concerned about your nephew, and it’s not like you gained any advantage from me anyway."

"..." Sophia Fletcher’s lips twitched slightly, her gaze towards Serena Summers slowly growing complex.

Having been the pampered Lady Skye from a young age, she’d never been at a disadvantage in anyone’s hands, Serena Summers being the first.

Seeing this, Claire Lane immediately stepped in to smooth things over, "Alright, alright. We’re all family. Let’s put this matter behind us, shall we? Serena, come and see to Lucas’s illness..."

Serena Summers gathered her thoughts and sat in front of the hospital bed.

She slowly took out the acupuncture needles, glancing in Sophia Fletcher’s direction.

Sophia Fletcher’s body immediately tensed up, hastily explaining, "I haven’t said anything this time, don’t look at me. If you fail to cure Lucas’s illness, our Fletcher Family will definitely not let you off."

Serena Summers: "..."

Fine then, my dear aunt actually has a bit of a tsundere trait.

Serena Summers didn’t plan on indulging her and retorted lightly: "Don’t worry, I can cure his illness, as long as you don’t interfere."

Sophia Fletcher: "..."

She was so angered that her chest heaved violently. She glared fiercely at Serena Summers, then said, "I’m going to step out for some fresh air."

After leaving that remark, she turned and left the hospital room.

Old Master Lane helplessly shook his head and couldn’t help but laugh.

His eldest daughter-in-law was good in every aspect, just a bit too stubborn.

Serena Summers quickly administered the acupuncture to Lucas Fletcher and reminded everyone in the room: "His condition has stabilized now, and what follows is the research for the antidote." free𝑤ebnovel.com

Everyone was elated upon hearing this, Mrs. Fletcher looked at Serena Summers excitedly, "Really? Can he truly be cured?"

Serena Summers nodded affirmatively, "Yes. But there’s still one most crucial ingredient that we haven’t found yet."

With that, she took out a piece of paper from her bag that listed the name and properties of the medicinal ingredient.

"If we find this ingredient, Youngest Master Fletcher’s poison can be cured."

"But where should we look for it?" Mrs. Fletcher picked up the paper, her fingers trembling involuntarily.

Her Lucas was finally going to be saved. It was just one step away, but she still didn’t have any clues.

"This ingredient is very precious; we might need to look for people who specifically collect medicinal herbs or try our luck at an auction," Serena Summers suggested softly.

If it were that easy to find, the poison inside her wouldn’t have dragged on for so long.

After leaving the hospital room, Claire Lane called her again.

"Serena Summers."

Serena Summers stopped and looked back at her, "Is there anything else?"

Claire Lane clenched her fists and said to Serena Summers, "Thank you for not bearing a grudge, and also thank you for treating Lucas."

"There’s nothing to thank me for, this is what I should do."

Claire Lane pursed her lips, glanced at Lucas Shaw secretly, and whispered, "Can I talk to you alone?"

Serena Summers was taken aback, then looked up at Lucas Shaw.

Lucas Shaw’s expression was unreadable, his dark eyes seemed to hide the coldness of a storm brewing.

Serena Summers gently shook his hand, "Go wait for me outside."

Originally, Lucas Shaw didn’t want Serena Summers to have too much contact with the Lane Family, but now that she had spoken, he had no choice but to comply.

"I’ll wait right outside, just call me if you need anything, and I’ll hear it."

While Lucas Shaw spoke, he swept a cold glance at Claire Lane.

Claire Lane’s smile twitched slightly, and she couldn’t help but silently complain in her heart - this is a hospital, what are they afraid she would do to Serena Summers?

Serena Summers knew his temperament and could only helplessly nod, coaxing him to leave.

When only the two of them were left in the hallway, Serena Summers slowly asked, "What did you want to talk about?"

Claire Lane didn’t answer immediately but said with implied meaning, "I heard that you and Mr. Lucas Shaw had a marriage of convenience, but it seems that you have a good relationship?"

"Yes, everyone says that he’s cold and fierce, but in fact, he’s human too. He experiences happiness, anger, sorrow, will feel wronged, will laugh, will be jealous, will act spoiled..."

At this very moment, Lucas Shaw stood outside. The sunlight fell on him, casting a golden glow, dispelling the chill around him.

"Act spoiled? Are you sure you’re talking about Mr. Lucas Shaw?" Claire Lane’s eyes were full of shock.