Neil was just as shocked, staring at Katelyn in disbelief. Why did his grandmother call Hades by Katelyn’s name? Had she discovered something, or was it just a mix-up from her old age?
Lise was equally stunned. Damn it, could her worst fear actually be coming true? Katelyn was already a top jewelry designer known as Iris. If she was also the famous healer Hades, Neil might rethink chasing after her! And not to mention that piece of oil field Carol had gifted Katelyn!
Lise didn’t dare let her thoughts go any further.
Katelyn swiftly hid her confusion and panic. Turning around, she poured a glass of warm water and deliberately lowered her voice to sound raspier.
“Mrs. Wheeler, you’ve got it wrong. I’m a good friend of Katelyn’s—my name is Hades.”
Carol studied her intently, as if she could see right through the mask and recognize Katelyn. She grabbed Katelyn’s wrist tightly, making her wince in pain. Katelyn’s wrist, still bruised from an earlier attack by Langston, couldn’t handle any pressure.
Carol quickly let go, her expression shifting to concern.
“Did I hurt you?”
Katelyn forced a smile and shook her head slowly.
“I have an old wrist injury. Please drink some warm water, and I’ll call Katelyn soon. She’ll be so happy to hear you’re awake.”
Katelyn tried to block both Neil’s and Lise’s suspicious looks and gave Carol a subtle wink. Even though she didn’t understand how Carol recognized her, she knew she had to hide her identity from Lise and Neil. She believed Carol was clever enough to catch her signal.
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“Sorry, I was confused. You’re not Katelyn. When will she be here?”
Upon hearing that, Lise let out a sigh of relief. Thank goodness, her worst fear hadn’t become reality. But Neil still looked doubtful. Carol’s sudden change of attitude almost felt like she was trying to cover things up and protect Katelyn.
Neil hid his doubt and said in a serious tone, “Grandma, I’ll call Katelyn right now.”
Carol nodded casually, not even bothering to look at Neil.
Lise stepped closer, her face showing worry and tension.
“Mrs. Wheeler, you have no idea how worried Neil and I were while you were unconscious. We took turns keeping watch over you in the hospital here. Katelyn was just too busy to come keep you company though.”
Katelyn couldn’t help but smirk to herself.
Lise never passed up a chance to put on a show, hoping to impress Carol and drive a wedge between her and Katelyn.
Carol’s eyes flashed with annoyance as she scolded, “Who let you into my room? You always try to get under my skin, and now that I’m sick, you still won’t leave me alone?”
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