Chapter 227 Chapter 227 Noelle quickly realized she might lave gone too far .
Ever since she teased .
Adriel about being norrspalte hell refused to talk every attempt she made to engage him .
His face remained dark , and the silent treatment lasted all the way to the hospital When they reached Vincents hospital room , Adriel knocked lightly on the dour and steppe Kimberly was at Vincents bedside , feeding him porridge as he sat up , pale and Dad , Mom Adriel greeted as he walked in visibly weakeneil Noelle followed close behind , chirping sweetly , Dail , Maan ! We came to see youud ? Kimberly turned at the sound of their voices and smiled warmly .
Adriel , Noelle youite here ? Her gaze then shifted to the girl clinging to Noelles arm and peeking aronial cautiously .
A hint of hesitation flicker Trexpression .
And this Noticing her mothers curiosity .
Noelle gently pulled Elsie forward and smiled .
Mom , this is Elsie , Adriel brought her henne wali ban Elur gave Kimberly a shy glance before darting behind Noelle again , perking out just enough to watch both Kimberly and Vincent with guanded Curiosity Ah ... 1 are .
Kimberly nodded slowly , ryeing the girl again .
Maybe Im just exhausted , she thought .
Bot ... Is it just me , or does this girlsermi ja Turning back to Adriel , she asked , Adriel , this girl is But before she could finish , Adriel cut her off with with a calm , Til explain everything about Elsie later , Mom He shifted his attention to Vincent , concern evident in his eyes .
Dad , how are you feelingt Still unconfortalale ? Wheres your medical reporti take a look later .
Vincent had visibly aged in just a few days .
His face was pale and drawn , and though he managed a faint smile , his voice was weak Aside from feeling a little drained , Im alright .
The reports in the drawer go alıcad and read it .
Alright , Adriel replied , taking a seat beside his father .
He reached out and gently held Vincents cold hand .
Youve suffered a for this time , Dad Vincent gave him a tired smile and shook his head .
Adriel continued , Leia has been taken into custody .
The court will handle everything from here . Is there anything youd like us to tell the lawyer At the mention of Leia , Vincents expression darkened .
A shadow passed over his eyes as he sank into silence .
He had never imagined that the daughter hed raised for eighteen years would actually try to poison him .
And all because she believed the Anderson family had somehow wronged ain in his chest still surged every time her name came up her name again ? It wasnt just betrayal it was heartbreak .
The poin Closing his eyes , Vincent said flatly , Leave everything about you .
I dont want to hear Understood Adriel replied .
Noelle stepped forward then , utting on the other side of the land and taking Vincent other hand in hers .
Dad , you have to get well soon .
Ive prepared some herbal remedies to help you recover I had the hospital check them first theyre all safe and approved Hearing that, Vincent turned to look at her .
Seeing how gentle and thouglaful she was , he couldnt help but feel a rush of emotion .
In the was lus laological daughter who proved to be the most caring Worried she might think he didnt trust her , he quickly said , Noelle .
I koose you mean well .
Even if you hadnt shown the hospital , El still trust your pudgment al before they could administer anything : Noelle angled brightly .
I know you i you trust me , Dad .
Por hospitals have protocols .
I lol to get approval before they a Vipernt indeed , eyes warm despite his fatigue .
He reached out and gently ly ruffled her hair Elur watched the exchange with wide eyes , curious .
She alidaÄi spute understand why Noelle was being so affecimaate with someone who clearl wasnt the same as them Vincent vallentavan shifted as he brand her soft , strange souch .
His gaze Landed on Elsie again , and be turned to Adriel Nuclle said Hair is the 1/2 Chapter 227 you bright bank with you Adriel sightened at the question , nobling with calm formality Yes .
Did I met her overseas and brought her home ? Vincent looked at him for a long moment , expression unreadable Among his sons , Adriel savibe one he ijusted most .
He was steady , rational , and always prioritized the family name .
Vincent had always expected Aduel to take mer the Anderson legacy .
And with that expectation came restrictions Adrielud never brought home a girlfriend , had never once But now , he had not only brought a girl back , but also brought her here to Vincents liospital room , on a day like this ..
Vincent understood what that in Sall , he didnt object .
Not imeshately , lostead , he asked carefully , Adriel ..
you know what youre doing , dont you ? Yes Adriel nodded without hesitation .
I understand the or implications .
Nat I take full responsibility .
I will not only protect this familys legacy 1- will make sure it thrives .
Elsies background was unknown , and by high society standards , she was completely unfit for a political marriage .
If Adriel chose her , he would face resistance .
Without the advantages of a strategic union , hell have to work twice as hard to prove himself But he had no regrets .
Even if his father disagreed , Adriel had already made up his mind .
Vincent saw that clearly in his sons eyes .
He sighed deeply , but instead of reprimanding him , he simply said , After everything thats happened .....
Ive come to realize parents shouldnt always assume they know whats best .
What we believe is right might not feel that way to our children .
He thought of Iria Hed believed he treated her fairly -maybe a bit strict , maybe a little distant but hed never imagined shed resent him so much shed try to kill him .
That one mistake had nearly destroyed the family .
And Vincent wasnt sure he could survive another betrayal .
Dad ! Adriel looked up , hopeful .
Vincent gave him a small , peaceful smile .
If shes who you want , thats enough . You boys have turned out better than I could have hoped .
Whether the Anderson family grows or not its not what matters to me anymore .
As long as youre all happy , thats enough .
Thank you .
Dad , Adriel had expected a fight .
Knowing his fathers traditional mindset , he had prepared himself for a tough conversation .
But he hadnt anticipated such easy acceptance .
Gearly.
Leias betrayal had shaken Vincent to his cure , enough to change his worldview .
Sull , Adriel wouldnt let his father down .
Dont worry .
Dad .
Ill take the Anderson family to even greater heights .
Good Vincent smiled , nodding The his gaze returned to Elsie .
So , your your names Elsic .
Whats your full name ? Elsie blinked , eyes confuled .
Vincent noticed the hesitation and grew puzzled himself .
Elsie ? She blinked again , then murmured , Ee ..
ya ..
Hearing the odd sounds from her lips , a chill crept into Vincents heart .
A sudden , unsettling thought took root .
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