"Hazel? Since when did you start taking an interest in the company? Mom’s health isn’t great right now. Didn’t we agree that I would manage the company for you? You shouldn’t stress over this. If you fall ill, Mom will blame me for not taking good care of you."
I put my phone down and curved my lips into a subtle smile. "It’s nothing. I must’ve accidentally turned on notifications. I’ll turn them off in a bit. Aren’t you busy with the meeting for the new project today? You should go."
He didn’t suspect anything, but I could see the relief in his eyes.
Gently, he pulled me into his arms. "Thank you for understanding, my love. I need to push forward with the upcoming projects so we can have time for our wedding."
I didn’t respond. I simply lowered my head and turned off my phone.
"You’re going to the hospital today, right? Pick up the meal I ordered from the hotel on your way. I got it specially for you. You’ve lost weight."
"Okay, I’ll bring some for Mom to try too."
My mother had been hospitalized for a year now. Edward had hired professional caregivers, saying he didn’t want me to tire myself out.
I used to think that was his way of showing love. But now, I realized it was just an excuse.