Chapter 559

Everyone in the ward stared at Alex and Bruce. As if she'd just discovered something shocking, Vanessa's eyes suddenly widened. But she merely pressed her lips together and turned around to pour some water into a disposable cup from the kettle. Mixed emotions rushed through me like a tidal wave. I nearly couldn't reign in the long-suppressed emotions within me, so I bit my lip hard to hold them in. Yet, hot tears managed to stream down my cheeks. Not daring to make a sound, I wiped my tears away with my sleeve under the guise of brushing my hair. Fortunately, Bruce's attention was entirely on Alex. My actions went unnoticed. Uncle Jackson had been glowering at Bruce. Soon, he demanded loudly, "I-Is that enough? G-Give Alex back to me!" "Mr. Harold, we have something else to tend to now. Please give Alex back to me." Aunt Tina also extended her hand toward Alex. Bruce was reluctant, yet he still handed Alex back to Aunt Tina. I instantly seized the chance to say, "Uncle Jackso