Chapter 245

"This isn't something that can be explained over the phone. I'll seek an opportunity to meet with his family in person. Don't act rashly, and take good care of her." Bobby was afraid that Hazel might mishandle the situation. It would backfire terribly if the Fultons got the impression that the Joyner family intended to use the child as leverage. Hazel fully trusted her husband's judgment. She hung up the phone and tried to calm herself, vowing not to get angry with Lily again. … Lily emerged from her room by evening. She was dressed in fresh clothes and ready to head to the hospital. Hayden had entered the second phase of his treatment. She would visit him every three days. His condition had improved significantly. He was even able to fall asleep regularly every night. It gave her hope. She would feel invigorated during every hospital visit no matter how exhausted she felt coming home every day. "Lily, come here! I made dinner." Hazel stepped out of the kitchen in an apron. "