Chapter 330


    Jenny’s words held a subtle hint of reproach as she expressed dissatisfaction at Joe’sck of self–


    care.


    Meanwhile, Skr quietly took a sip of her water.


    At the mention of “insomnia“, Paul immediately directed his gaze at Skr. Lately, Joe’s sleep


    issues had improved notably, thanks to Skr. But it seemed like Joe hadn’t mentioned this to


    Jenny before.


    Yet, Paul sensed an unspoken distance between Joe and Skr brought about by Jenny’s


    presence.


    After Jenny spoke a few more words, she looked somewhat weary. So, Joe apanied her back


    to her ward, leaving Paul behind to look after Skr.


    “Um… Ms. Scott and Mr. Martin, they grew up together, and…” Paul feltpelled to rify Joe


    and


    Jenny’s rtionship to prevent any misunderstandings for Skr.


    Skr then learned about their rtionship from Paul’s exnation.


    Jenny was Joe’s nanny’s daughter. An ident had taken Jenny’s mother’s life while she’d been


    protecting Joe, after which he’d took full responsibility for Jenny.


    Jenny hade to Korel City three years ago to further her studies, iming that she was drawn to


    its


    romantic charm.


    Jenny had been admitted to the hospital a few days ago because she was feeling unwell. After that,


    she had been diagnosed with heart issues and needed surgery in the next couple of days.


    Thus, Joe had rushed over from Jipsburg City for her surgery.


    Paul emphasized their sibling–like bond, with Joe caring for Jenny as if she were his own sister.


    After Jenny’s mother had passed away that year, Gloria had actually reached out to Jenny’s other


    rtives. But they had declined to take her in, leaving Gloria to raise her.


    Skr smiled after grasping the situation. She said, “I see.”


    “Yeah, that’s the gist of it. So Mr. Martin was just concerned about Ms. Scott’s health. The surgery’s


    probably scheduled for tomorrow,” Paul added.


    Skr nodded. Having eaten breakfast and regained some strength, she felt revitalized.


    ConTEent bel0ngs to N?v(e)lD/rama(.)Org .


    “Mr. Zeigler, could you check with the doctor if I can be discharged now? It’s just a stomach issue,


    and I don’t want to tie up a bed in a busy ward.”


    “Sure, I’ll go find out,” Paul replied.


    Once Paul left, Skr found herself alone in the room. She then headed to the bathroom to freshen


    up. Upon returning, she was surprised to find Joe back so soon and already seated on the couch.


    “I had Mr. Zeigler check with the doctor. If everything’s okay, I’d like to be discharged,” Skr said


    with a smile.


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    Joe sensed a slight distance from Skr and asked, “About Jenny, I hadn’t mentioned her earlier.


    Would you like to know anything?”


    “Mr. Zeigler already filled me in. I understand Jenny’s rtionship with you,” Skr replied, smiling.


    Joe paused briefly, then nodded. “Alright. Today, you can rest at the hotel. Tomorrow-


    “I’ll manage on my own for tomorrow. I know Ms. Scott’s surgery has been scheduled for tomorrow,


    so you and Paul should be with her at the hospital,” Skr said promptly.


    She


    had only met Jenny today, so it might make Jenny ufortable if she was there when thetter


    went in for the surgery tomorrow.


    Upon hearing Skr’s words, Joe regarded her with a contemtive gaze.