Chapter 18

Lexi felt uncomfortable when she heard Zachary call her "Lex." Before this, he always addressed her as Ms. Loyle or just Lexi.

It must be really difficult for Zachary to call her so intimately.

Lexi's mind was running amok with strange thoughts.

"Alright, you two should hurry and go on your date. You don't need to keep me company."

"If you say so, Grandma."

Zachary walked out of the hospital room with Lexi by his side.

The smile on Martha's face immediately disappeared. It was replaced by a look of worry. "Ellie, those two must think I'm foolish."

They were clearly pretending to have made up in front of her.

Ellie had taken care of Martha for over two decades. She more or less understood her concerns. "Your grandchildren have to walk their own paths, Madam Inman."

Martha shook her head. "Nevermind. While I'm still alive, I'll give them another chance. Once my eyes shut for good, I won't be able to bother about them anymore."

Lexi followed Zachary into the elevator. The two of