Chapter 613

Sonia stood firm in her decision to have Celine treat Hayden. Lucy's expression tightened with concern. "Mom, have you really thought this through? You can't let Celine treat Hayden! What if something goes wrong—" Before she could finish, Celine's lips curled into a knowing smile. She turned to Lucy and asked, "Why are you so afraid of me treating him? If you keep trying to stop me, I'll have every reason to believe you're hiding something—something you don't want anyone to find out." Sonia's sharp gaze settled on Lucy once more. "My decision is final. Lucy, step aside." Her voice was firm, leaving no room for argument. Lucy had a thousand reasons to protest, but none of that would matter now. If she pushed any further, Sonia would begin to suspect her, and that was a risk she couldn't afford. Swallowing her frustration, Lucy reluctantly stepped aside. Celine moved closer, her eyes fixing on Hayden as he lay motionless on the hospital bed. Her only recollection of him was as a