Chapter 328
Bogus Billionaire
Chapter 328 WellâBeing Chloe expressed her skepticism, asking, âIs that all?â
Considering she no longer resided in the villa, she could easily accept a threeâmonth buffer. Time would fly by quickly.
âYes, but I have one condition.â
Chloeâs expression revealed her anticipation that it would not be as straightforward as she initially thought.
âDonât be afraid. I simply want you to find some time to visit me and check on Toto at the villa. Toto has lost weight without your care.â
Chloe found herself in a dilemma. This meant she could not avoid seeing Joseph. She did not want to see him at the moment, nor did she desire any form of contact with him.
âIf you two fail to reconcile after three months, Iâll give up. Otherwise, I wonât be able to receive treatment peacefully while in the hospital. What if one day I suddenly pass away?â
Haroldâs words filled her with anxiety. âGrandpa, please donât say such ominous things!â
âThen do you agree?â
âWellâ¦â
âCough, cough, cough!â
Suddenly, Haroldâs violent coughing fit began, making him appear as if he had aged ten years in an instant. Chloe felt a wave of helplessness wash over her, desperately wanting to call for a doctor.
Patrick stopped her, his expression grave. âMr. Harold has been like this for the past few days. The doctor has already examined him, and the situation is dire. If his condition continues to worsen, thereâs no telling⦠he might not make it to next spring. Miss, can you bear to see Mr. Harold depart with regrets?â
Depart with regrets.
These three words struck Chloeâs heart with a heavy blow. She could not bring herself to imagine such a scene. Grandpa was one of the few sources of warmth in her world, even more caring than +15 BONOS âOkay, Iâll agree, but will Joseph?â She could not comprehend that manâs inner workings. He was an enigma, oscillating between warmth and coldness, kindness and harshness.
Haroldâs coughing subsided, and he spoke with determination. âIâll talk to that brat.â
âOkay⦠I agree, Grandpa. Please donât worry about our matters anymore. You need to take good care of yourself and prioritize your wellâbeing.â
âGood girl. Now, I need to rest. You go ahead with your business.â
âOkay.â
Patrick watched Chloe leave and gave a thumbsâup to Harold. âSir, your acting skills are superb.â
âYou also played your part well.â
Patrick expressed his concern, âThe key now is how to deal with Mr. Joseph. Your acting skills may not be enough to sway him.â
Harold pondered for a moment, then said thoughtfully, âItâs time to bring out his fatherâs suicide note.â
Joseph received a call from Harold as he arrived at the hospital parking lot. Harold stated his terms and mentioned the bargaining chip, bringing up Josephâs late father in the process.
At the mention of his father, Josephâs handsome face turned grim. After a brief moment, he replied, âOkay.â
That note was currently the thing he desired most. He needed to uncover the truth behind his fatherâs death.
Harold continued, âChloe left the hospital not long ago, she should be back at the office. Go and visit her when you have time.â
Joseph had the urge to question why he should be the one to seek her out instead of the other way around. However, as he raised his head, his gaze landed on a slender and tall figure.
Chloe stood before him, dressed in jeans and a white Tâshirt that accentuated her best features. Her simple attire showcased her advantages to the fullest, and her long, wellâproportioned legs possessed a captivating beauty that surpassed even that of international models:
+15 BONOS Joseph grew increasingly restless, his fingers fidgeting with his collar as he pressed the car horn with his large hand. The sudden, piercing sound startled Chloe, causing her almondâshaped eyes to glare angrily at the culprit.
âWhoâs the rude imbecile?â she thought, âDonât they know to keep quiet in a hospital?â
As their gazes locked, Josephâs eyes held a deep and mysterious allure. It was as if they possessed the ability to penetrate oneâs very soul, sending shivers down oneâs spine.
Chloeâs anger instantly dissipated, giving way to a sense of annoyance. Had this guy already found out about Haroldâs request so soon and thought it was her who suggested it, coming to settle the score?