Chapter 766: Chapter 766



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Dolores asked Matthew to help Theresa. Now that Abbott was gone, Matthew had to do everything himself.

Besides, he had to take care of what Abbott had left – how was he going to find time to get a caregiver for Theresa?

Matthew hadn’t done anything like this before.

“Abbott.”

Matthew stopped Abbott as he was trying to open the door, “Do me a favor, please.”

Abbott said, “Sure, anything.”

Matthew sent Abbott to find Theresa and helped her find a trusted caregiver.

Abbott promised Matthew and left the office.

Theresa did not go to visit Dolores. Elizabeth had been discharged from the hospital and no one was caring for her at the moment. She needed to be cared for all the time as she was having difficulty walking. Theresa was concerned that she might disturb Dolores if she took Elizabeth to visit her.

So Theresa waited at the hospital where she helped Elizabeth with the discharge procedure.

Abbott drove to the hospital and met them.

“Come with me. I’ll send you there,” Abbott said.

Theresa said, “Thank you for your help.”

Abbott helped Theresa get Elizabeth into the car as they left the hospital. She climbed into the driver’s seat and said, “I knew a trusted care facility, and their caregivers were well trained and very capable. You should be able to find who you need there.”

Theresa explained, “I don’t know this town. I thank you very much for your help.”

“No, it’s nothing. Matthew’s wishes are my orders.” Abbott smiled and said.

Theresa said nothing more. Soon, there was silence inside the car. Everyone in the car remained silent. Traffic was heavy during the day. They were stuck in traffic for almost an hour before they reached the center.

Abbott was familiar with the place and the people here. They were invited to the president’s office once they arrived at the center. The center staff knew they were important guests.

“How can I help you this time?” the president approached them with a glass of water.

Abbott stopped him and said to Theresa, “Miss Gordon, let him know what your requirement is and he will find you a suitable candidate for the job.”

Theresa did not make a decision right away. Instead, she asked Elizabeth’s opinion. After all, Elizabeth was the caregiver’s direct client. Elizabeth had to like the person she hired.

The president smiled, “Say what you want. Our caregivers are well trained.”

Elizabeth said, “I need someone hardworking, and lively, in terms of their characteristic.”

Elizabeth had difficulty walking, and spent most of her time at home. She didn’t like to be bored. So she wanted someone hardworking and talkative to take care of her.

“Any age requirements?” the president asked her.

Elizabeth gave it some thought and replied, “Anything will do.”

Age was not an important criterion. What was more important was whether or not the person met the qualities Elizabeth liked.

The president smiled and said, “Please wait a moment while I bring some candidates. You will be able to choose among them.”

“Sure,” Abbott said.

The president left the office and returned with five women. They were all in their forties, except for the last one. The last girl was young, very young. She had long black hair, wore it braided in two parts. The girl looked very beautiful and attracted attention among the row of middle-aged women.

The president introduced her specially: “She is from one of the villages in the rural area. She is the eldest in the family, has two younger brothers and a sister. She dropped out of school and went out to work because her family was poor. She is young, but hardworking and quite talkative.”

Abbott waved his hand, “I don’t think that’s her.”

It wasn’t because Abbott despised the girl, nor because he didn’t want to give her a chance. Abbott felt that a young caregiver wasn’t right for the job. They needed a hard worker. A young girl might not be able to do the job well.

Many breadwinners ended up joining the young caregiver in these soapy dramas.

Of course, Abbott wasn’t referring to Armand. He just didn’t think it was appropriate.

Elizabeth said, “I think it was fine,” and added, “How old are you?”

The young caregiver replied, “I’m nineteen this year.”

The girl sounded strong and clear. Elizabeth got a good impression.

“You are very young. What is your name?” asked Elizabeth again.

“Dora,” the young caregiver replied, smiling.

Elizabeth nodded.

The president did not dare to introduce her further. The girl entered with the help of a friend of the president. Many families had rejected her because she was young and beautiful.

A family that could afford a caretaker was usually well-to-do. They were afraid of the scandals that could occur if they hired a young home caregiver. So being young as a caregiver was not exactly a plus.

The president always tried to sell her when someone came to find a caregiver. He wanted to get rid of her as soon as possible.

However, in view of Abbott’s reaction, the president no longer dared to sell the girl to him. So he introduced Abbott to the other caregivers: “They are experienced in caring for the elderly. They’re hard workers, and they’re also quite conscientious.”

Dora was clear about her situation. She didn’t have a degree, so her pay was often low. But the salary for a caregiver was quite high, especially for a caregiver at this facility. It was higher than the market because of the recognition from previous employers. She only came to this center because someone helped her. If no one hired her, she might have to leave the center.

The chances of being chosen are getting smaller and smaller. Dora had to take every opportunity that came her way.

Dora approached Elizabeth: “Can I call you Grandma? You are almost the same age as my grandmother. I’ve been here almost three months. A lot of families don’t like me because I’m young and they’re afraid I can’t do things. But actually I’m a hard worker and I can do almost anything.”

The president doesn’t usually allow them to speak during the session, but he had to get rid of Dora as soon as possible, so he let her speak. He hoped that Dora could somehow convince Elizabeth to hire her.

Elizabeth turned and looked at Theresa, “Theresa, what do you think?”

“I don’t care, as long as you like it,” Theresa didn’t want to interfere or influence Elizabeth’s choice. Theresa just wanted Elizabeth to be happy.

“I think it’s fine. It’s not easy to find a job coming from a poor family. I’ll consider it as a charity, what do you think?” Elizabeth looked at Theresa and asked.

Theresa replied, “Whatever you want.”

“Then it’s her,” Elizabeth decided.

The president breathed a sigh of relief and thought, I’m finally rid of her.

“So, shall we go get the papers signed?” the CEO rejoiced.

Abbott got up, followed by Theresa: “I’ll go.”

Abbott said, “I’ll go with you,” and then they followed the president to get the papers signed.

Abbott asked Theresa, “The others were fine. This girl is very young. I doubt her capabilities.”

“Mrs. Bernie likes her. I can’t comment on that,” Theresa said.

Abbott nodded, “That’s true. The most important thing is that she was happy.”

“This is the contract,” the president handed her the contract.

Theresa took it, but Abbott said, “I’ll help you with it.” Theresa then handed the contract to Abbott.

Theresa signed the contract after Abbott made sure everything was okay. She would be paid nine thousand dollars each month, and food and lodging would be provided.

It was a reduced rate for Abbott.

Normally, a caregiver at the center was paid ten thousand dollars or more a month.

However, the salary Dora received was already higher than that of an ordinary caregiver.

Abbott sent Theresa back to Bernie Manor after they left the nursing home.

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