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Neil and Paige chimed in. “We’re here too.”
Noah glanced up to see Paige helping Nell walk over.
Paige advised, “River won’t be waking up anytime soon. You should rest, Mr. De Marco.”
Noah firmly declined, “I won’t say it again!”
Paige wanted to say more, but Neil gestured for her to stop.
Neil settled into a chair, and Noah asked, “When did you find out that River is your biological sister?”
Neil explained, “I knew River was my younger sister when I first saw her because she looks so much like our mother. I had someone investigate and confirm that Daniella tampered with the records.”
Noah frowned. “So, you have no doubts about River being your sister?“!
“No doubts. Before she was incarcerated, I checked her physical examination report and noticed her blood type differed from a previous test. Later, I obtained a hair sample from River through my connection with a prison guard and confirmed she’s my sister with a DNA test.”
Noah realized he had misunderstood Neil’s relationship with River, even treating her poorly due to his distrust. He regretted not believing her when she tried to explain.
Suddenly, Noah thought about Tyler and Liora. His heart raced as he considered that they might be his children.
As he was about to ask, Neil said, “Are you going to ask if the children are yours?”
Noah stared at him. “What are you suggesting?”
Neil looked at River in the ICU and said, “You should talk to her about this in person.”
Noah glanced at Paige, who quickly averted her eyes as if to say, “Don’t ask me. I don’t know.”
Noah couldn’t contain his racing heart and remembered how Liora had addressed him as ‘Daddy.” He became convinced that the two children were his.
River was transferred to a regular ward at 3:00 p.m.
Meanwhile, Thomas and Greta traveled from Novamere to visit her. They discovered River’s room and encountered Noah at the door.
Noah recalled the dinner they had with River and nodded at them. He casually asked, “Are you aware that River is your niece?”
Greta looked sad. “Yes, Neil told us, but River doesn’t know about this.”
Thomas didn’t seem happy about Noah. “If you’re busy with work, De Marco, you should go back to Novamere.
There are many of us here to take care of River.”
Noah looked at him and replied, “I won’t leave until River regains consciousness,”
“Is there a reason for you to stay, Mr. De Marco? River may not want to see you even if she wakes up!”
Thomas was angry.
Greta nudged him and asked, “Tom, what are you talking about?”
“I haven’t said anything wrong. He knows very well what he did to her!” Thomas said firmly.
Thomas wasn’t afraid of Noah’s influence because he couldn’t bear seeing his niece treated as Noah’s mistress.
Noah didn’t argue with Thomas’s comments.
“Tom, we’re here to visit River today.” Greta’s eyes were filled with tears.
Thomas told Noah, “We may not know everything, but you should take responsibility as a man and not disregard a woman after taking her most precious thing! If you can’t even do that, how are you any different from an animal?”
Reuben couldn’t bear to watch any longer and said, “Mr. Xander, Mr. De Marco isn’t heartless. He helped Ms.
Healy previously-”
“Reuben!” Noah interrupted sternly. Then he turned to Thomas and said, “I will do my best to make up for the mistakes I made with River.”
Thomas scoffed. “No need!”
“Tom, come outside with me,” Greta said solemnly.
Thomas glared at Noah before walking outside with Greta.
Paige was terrified after overhearing the conversation.
She thought, River’s uncle is so fierce! No one in Novamere has the audacity to berate Noah In front of so many people like him! However, he made such a good point that I want to applaud him!”
Neil had no intention of stopping Thomas from speaking because the latter said what he had wanted to Thomas followed Greta to the end of the corridor.
“Tom, why are you saying these things when we don’t even know the whole story yet?” she asked with a frown.
Anger faded from Thomas‘ face. “I was only testing him.”
Greta was stunned. “What do you mean?”
Thomas looked out the window. “Who is Noah? He dominates Novamere and doesn’t let anyone scold him.
I just want to know if he truly cares for River.”
“So, what have you found out now?”
“If he’s putting up with me scolding him in front of so many people, it means he truly cares about River.”
Greta sighed. “You don’t need to test him like this because his presence here shows that he cares about her.”
Thomas insisted, “No, I wanted to say those words earlier too.
Greta said, If you want to say it, why do you have to make up excuses to do so? You’re just as stubborn.
as Ellie.‘
At Grand East Hospital.
Daniella met with the doctor to ask about Axel’s condition.
She sent an update to Noah before driving to Villa Foresta.
Casey had instructed the bodyguards not to stop Daniella from entering the villa.
Daniella was very pleased with their attitude and even greeted them kindly.
In fact, she found Casey in the living room on the phone discussing company matters. Daniella soon realized that Casey was talking to Draco.
Daniella wondered if Casey wanted to join MK. She entered the living room once Casey ended the call and greeted him with a sweet smile. “I’m here to see you, Casey.”
Casey set down his phone and returned the smile. “You’re back from the hospital already?”
Daniella sat beside Casey. “I couldn’t visit Axel due to his protective isolation. I came back as soon as I checked on his condition.”
Casey asked, “How is he doing?”
“He’s doing quite well,” Daniella replied. “Casey, have you considered joining MK?”
Casey pondered the question before responding. I have, but I believe someone wouldn’t want me there.”
“Casey, you’re being too passive. The company belongs to you, and Noah is just holding it down for you.”
Casey rested his forehead on his hand and sighed. “Judging by your tone, do you have a plan to persuade him to let me join?”
Daniella leaned closer to him. “I can assist you if you want.”
Casey embraced her. “Ella, it’s more complicated than you think.”
Daniella blinked slowly. “Everyone has their vulnerabilities.”
“Are you suggesting you’ll use Axel to threaten Noah? Casey cautioned, “That could expose you, dear.”
Daniella scoffed softly to herself. She realized that Noah had more weak spots than just Axel–River was another one.
Noah had rushed to a small county upon learning about River’s accident, showing her significance to him.
She looked up at Casey. “Just tell me if you want to join the company.”
Casey kissed Daniella gently. “Yes, of course.”
He desired to see Noah resenting his presence but was unable to get rid of him.
Daniella asked, “Casey, can we be together if I assist you in joining MK7”
Casey replied, “Why don’t you share your plan with me?”
Daniella persisted, “No, you have to promise me first.”
Casey smiled. “Aren’t we in this together now?”
Daniella clarified, “That’s not what I mean.”
“Do you want to marry me?” Casey asked with a smile.