Chapter 224

Faye was brought to her previous private doctor for her care. Her foot was encased in a cast as she lay on the bed, idly staring into space. Upon hearing the door open, she looked up and saw her long-awaited son. Tears instantly welled up in Faye's eyes, and she cried out, "Eli, I thought I might never see you again." Elijah gently touched Faye's leg, and she immediately cried out in pain. Observing her exaggerated reaction, Elijah knew she was not that badly injured and took a seat on the chair beside her bed. "What happened? How did you fall for no reason?" Faye, appearing aggrieved, was about to explain when she noticed Ford behind Elijah. "Dear bodyguard, it's been so long since I've seen my son. I'd like to have a private chat with him. It won't take long, is that alright?" Ford hesitated for a moment but did not move. Elijah turned back, assuring, "Don't worry. I won't do anything that'll trouble you. We'll just have a casual conversation." Despite now being Shee