WorldNovelChapter 267: We were out on the golf course that day.
Even though Nova was as sharp as a serpent, she couldnt shake the chill creeping up her spine when her gaze met Allisons.
She squinted, her smile becoming strained, as if it were being forced through a keyhole.
Had I known things would turn out this way, I wouldve been there.
Behind that smile, however, Novas thoughts were dripping with sarcasm.
Allison was just a girla mere slip of a thing.
Yet somehow, she managed to send shivers down her spine.
How utterly absurd! No matter how hardened Allison appeared, she was still just an orphan.
Hoyt shot a disdainful look at Allison.
Ms.
Clarke, I know youre working for Kellans company, but that doesnt give you the right to stick your nose into our business.
If youre smart, youll step aside with Jim.
My mother and I are here to see Lorna.
It was clear he wasnt making a suggestion he was trying to push Allison into backing down.
Hoyt moved toward Lorna, intending to snatch the little girl from her arms.
Chere, Lorna.
Let Uncle Hoyt hold you.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBut Lorna, trembling like a leaf in the wind, buried her head deeper into Allisons neck, making it clear she wasnt having any of it.
Allison narrowed her eyes and pushed his hands away without hesitation.
Lornas not in the best of moods right now.
She seems to be afraid of you.
Id suggest stepping back before you scare her even more.
Hoyt let out a bitter laugh.
Whats so scary about me? Allison, dont overplay your hand! As Hoyts temper flared, Floyd appeared, gripping his wrist firmly.
Lornas just recovering.
She needs rest, not a circus.
Dont make a scene here, Floyd said, his smile bright but his grip tightening like a vice.
Mr.
Hoyt Lloyd, must I really spell this out for you? As a doctor, Floyd hated encountering troublesfamily members of his patients.
He was worried that Hoyt and Nova werent here to visit Lorna, but were instead causing more distress, potentially making her condition worse.
Nova, appearing genuinely concerned, tried to intervene.
Hoyt, I know you care about Lorna, but right now, what matters most is following the doctors advice.
Dont cause any more trouble.
She looked at Floyd, a frown on her face, trying to sound concerned.
In reality, Novas gaze kept flicking to the little girl, sizing her up, trying to assess the extent of her injuries and how much progress she had made.
She then turned to Floyd with a polite smile and said, You must be Dr.
Floyd Pierce from MDH Pharmaceutical Research Institute, right? Ive heard a great deal about your work.
But I hope you dont take this the wrong way.
Were family, after all.
We just want to make sure Lorna is alright.
Though Floyds demeanor was warm and open, his words were sharp.
Lornas recovery is on track.
If you dont have anything of substance to add, I suggest you leave.
Lets not delay her treatment.
As one of the top experts in mental health, Floyd had a certain arrogance, and he wasnt one to mince words. Nova couldnt hide her surpriseno one in the Lloyd family mansion was showing even a shred of respect today.
Hoyts face flushed with anger.
He spat, Youre just a doctor.
Were paying you to do your job.
At the end of the day, youre nothing more than a hired servant for the Lloyd family.
Watch your mouth.
With that, he made a bold move to take Lorna by force.
I dont buy for a second that Lornas as fragile as you make her out to be.
III take her with us, and theres nothing you can do to stop me.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmHowever, before he could reach out again, a sharp crack filled the air as his hand was abruptly twisted back.
My hand! Hoyt cried in agony.
Cold sweat trickled down his face as his wrist was locked in an iron grip, rendered immobile.
Just as he was about to hurl curses, he found himself staring at Kellan.
Kellan, who had been bound to a wheelchair for as long as anyone how stood tall and could remember how imposing, towering over Hoyt with a commanding presence.
Leave, Kellan said coldly, giving Hoyts wrist one final shove, causing it to swell and redden. Hoyt stumbled backward, crashing to the floor like a broken toy.
Kellan handed a clay doll to Lorna and said to Jim, Take her back to rest.
Yes, Mr.
Lloyd, Jim replied promptly.
Kellan then turned his attention to Allison.
Apologies for the , Ms.
Clarke.
Allison handed Lorna over to Jim and sighed.
No need to apologize.
Honestly, Ive been in a foul mood these last few days.
I needed an outlet.
Without missing a beat, she casually stepped on Hoyts fingers.
Oh dear, I didnt see you there.
Mr.
Lloyd, are you alright? Her sweet smile was a stark contrast to the unforgiving press or her red high heel that was now grinding into Hoyts hand. Aahhh! Hoyts pained screams echoed through the villa.
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