Chapter 266

Scarlett’s POV: At the entrance, I bent down to retrieve my shoes, but Everett crouched before I could. His long fingers untied my shoelaces. “I’ll handle things like this from now on.” I stared at him in disbelief, my eyes widening. This time, I truly couldn’t maintain any composure. “What… what’s wrong with you?” I pulled my foot back, avoiding his large hand, my heart pounding. “Everett, tell me… was my report actually correct? Did you have the doctor collude with you later to fabricate the results to protect me? Am I actually dying?” After much deliberation, this seemed like the only plausible explanation. Because if I really had cancer and didn’t have much time left… then my husband, consumed by guilt, would surely treat me well during my remaining days. Everett clearly hadn’t expected me to think this way. He stood up and let out a soft sigh. “The report is really fine. I know you’re not used to me suddenly treating you like this, but I’ll explain everything.” “Change into your s