Chapter 62

Valda stood by the door outside the examination room with her eyes wide in panic. She hadn't expected Leroy to find out. A gnawing worry began to take hold of her. If Cedric was exposed, Scarlett would undoubtedly be furious. With that thought in mind, Valda quickened her pace. Inside the examination room, Cedric and Grace were still waiting for Scarlett to wake up. Suddenly, Valda burst in. "Cedric, come with me," she demanded. Cedric was about to refuse, especially with Grace present, but Valda pulled him out without hesitation. Once they were alone, Valda's expression shifted. "Leroy knows now. He was warning you just outside the operating room." As soon as she finished speaking, a wave of concern washed over Valda. "I can't believe this happened. You were so careless! How could you let yourself get exposed? If Leroy tells Scarlett, how are you ever going to win her over?" Cedric clenched his teeth, unable to respond. "Mom, what do we do? We're not even married yet!" he ex