Loraine’s emotions churned, a mix of heartache and concern.


    The more she ruminated, the more restless she grew. How could she remain idle? She immediately


    rose from her seat, ready to rush to the hospital.


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    Inside the Bryant Group’s hospital.


    During the evening, the corridor of theboratory department was scarcely popted. The doctor on


    duty was fighting off sleep.


    Suddenly, the sound of Reech’s obsequious voice echoed through the corridor. Even though the doctor


    didn’t know who was on the receiving end of Reech’s ttery, he sneered subconsciously.


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    The following instant, upon seeing the person Reech was addressing, the doctor snapped to attention.


    He swiftly stood up and bowed respectfully.


    “Good evening, Mrs. Bryant!”


    Liza, who led the group, was white-haired yet robust. Using a dragon-headed walking stick, she moved


    briskly, leaving the ever-smiling and nodding Reech almost struggling to keep pace.


    Liza bore a somber expression. She surveyed the area imperiously, causing the on-duty personnel to


    snap to attention. Sensing the tense atmosphere, they respectfully made way.


    Only Reech seemed oblivious to the ominous atmosphere. Instead, he persisted in his attempts to


    curry favor with Liza.


    With Marina’s departure the day before and Liza’s arrival today, Reech was delighted. He assumed his


    diligent work had impressed Marina so much that she had rmended a promotion and a raise to


    Liza.


    Reech was eager to make a good impression on Liza, his face beaming as he subtly reminded her of


    his efforts.


    “Did Miss Marina tell you about the work I’ve done for you? Well, you need not worry. It’s my duty to


    serve the Bryant family. I’ve been a loyal vice director for many years…”


    Liza finally cast a nce at the babbling Reech. She had no recollection of this sycophantic character,


    but it appeared he was the one responsible for the paternity test performed earlier.


    “I am here today for the test report.”


    Reech was momentarily taken aback before his face crinkled into a grin.


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    “Yes, that report was prepared here!”


    Before he could add more, a frosty voice resonated from the doorway,


    “Grandmother.”


    Marco was on the threshold, ready to enter, when he saw Liza’s icy stare.


    Her cold and distant eyes brought him to a halt. His heart sank.


    Even before the report was confirmed, Liza treated him thus?