Part 28

The next day, after a thorough physical examination, including a lung check, Haisley was allowed to go home. Her return to Gilbert's house was greeted by Aunt Jody, who intentionally came home late just to see Haisley's current condition. It was also because the woman felt guilty for not visiting when Haisley was being treated.

Gilbert escorted her to her room. Although Haisley asked him not to. For God's sake, she felt like a seriously ill person with all of Gilbert's attention.

Gilbert didn't allow Haisley to go to class either, despite her pleas and sweet persuasions. But Gilbert remained firm. He used Haisley's health condition as the reason, although he was eager to meet Reia and ask about the flat issue he inquired about at the hospital earlier.

It was her fault, really, because she hadn't had the chance to ask for Reia's phone number. Another reason was, she actually forgot where her phone was. All she remembered was the last time she used it before boarding Nathan's rented yac