Chapter 536

Peter's response had effectively cornered Ron. He could not protest without seeming petty, but staying silent meant swallowing his pride. Ultimately, he conceded, "Peter's right. We older folks shouldn't take offense at a younger person's words." Grace felt awkward and excused herself to wash some fruit. Shortly after, Juniper returned with the snacks. Upon seeing Ron by her father's bed, Juniper greeted him warmly, "Mr. Yeager, when did you arrive?" Ron turned to look at Juniper. "You must be Jason's wife, Juniper?" Juniper nodded. "Mr. Yeager, your memory is impressive! I'm surprised you even remembered me." Ron replied, "Of course. How could I forget?" When Grace returned from the restroom with the rinsed fruit, Juniper said to her, "Grace, Rodrigo just called to say he's bringing Dad's lunch. Could you go down and meet him?" Grace pouted. Even though confused, she left the ward. However, she did not return right away. Instead, she sat on the steps at the hospital entrance, wa