Chapter 229

Natalie was absorbed in her dinner. Her expression was flat when she heard Taylor's words. She responded with a detached hum. Taylor studied her closely, but all he could see was a facade of indifference and distance. A knot of discomfort tightened in his chest, though he kept his voice steady. "We're going to the hospital tomorrow." "Why?" she asked casually. "I promised to accompany you to see your mom, but I haven't found the right moment until now. Let's go tomorrow." "No need. Didn't you say you'd get a divorce as soon as the time was right? Visiting my mom isn't necessary anymore." Taylor tightened his grip on his utensils. Anger simmered beneath the surface, but he maintained an air of patience. "You're your mom's only daughter. Since she fell into a coma, you've always gone to visit her alone. "Maybe if I go with you, she'll know you're married and have a husband. It might even stir something in her, make her want to wake up and see what kind of man you're with or how