Female Novel
Chapter 839
Pearl felt a little guilty knowing Esther and James were helping her. Even though she had herreasons, Esther's impulsiveness could potentially cause trouble. Still, Pearl couldn't blame herfriend, who was unaware of the full situation.
After giving Esther some reassurance, Pearl mentioned dinner and ended the call. As she turned,she was startled by a bright smile in the doorway amidst the dim lighting.
It was Howard Jesselton.
Though familiar, his sudden appearance made her jump. After composing herself, Pearl frowned athim. "Mister Howard, you might give me a heart attack standing at the door without knocking.
Howard casually walked over. "I didn't expect you to be so tight-lipped, not even with your bestfriend."
Pearl shrugged. "She's too naive. If I told her, she might cause issues. You wouldn't want yourgranddaughter dragged to the police station by her collar, would you?"
Howard winced at the mental image, quickly changing the subject. "Anyway, about the issue youmentioned yesterday, I found something in my ancient books. You mentioned your mother's boneproblems, right?"
Pearl recalled her mother's condition, which Hugo had previously treated. She remembered seeingbone-related issues in her medical chart and Hugo's notes about it.
"From what you described, it's not a simple case of osteonecrosis," Howard remarked after hearingher description.novelbin
Pearl agreed, "Exactly. If it were, it would have been treated already."
Howard pondered, stroking his beard. "Why not call your mom and bring her here? Now that you'remy student, I can help with her treatment."
Pearl felt a pang of guilt at the mention of her mother. If only she hadn't argued with Hugo, perhapsher mother would still be here, receiving treatment. It was a missed opportunity, and Pearl regrettednot discussing it with her mother sooner.
Observing Pearl's hesitation, Howard felt sympathy for her. "You're a remarkable person. If thatWaldorf boy treats you well, you're worth much more than my good-for-nothing granddaughter…"
Pearl suddenly remembered something and a shadow flashed across her eyes. "I hope you cancure me soon."
"Why?"
"Because my mother doesn't have much time left. I need to find her as soon as possible."