Chapter 48

Jolene was stunned by his question. She had never considered leveraging Steven's power, especially since the main branch of the Welsh family was constantly putting pressure on the second branch. "Jolene, are you that embarrassed of me?" "It's not that, Mr. Welsh." Jolene tried to explain, but she had no experience in comforting a man. The elevator stopped on the 21st floor. Steven controlled his wheelchair and left without hesitation. Jolene had to jog to catch up to him in his ward. "Mr. Welsh!" Her face was flushed as she said, "You're so outstanding. How could I be embarrassed of you? I just didn't want to trouble you!" Steven turned and fixed his gaze on her sincere eyes. "Mr. Welsh, I'm just an ordinary person while you're someone exceptional. Being associated with me is a burden for you." She grew up in the countryside and had never met a man as noble and impressive as him. To her, he was a lifeline—the kind-hearted person who helped her leave the countryside and expe