hapter 278


    <b>Chapter </b><b>278 </b>


    Vital signs were faint, but there was life.


    Aria quickly fitted the ventilátor onto Violet and made sure her clothes were properly arranged.


    Aria straightened up, walked to the door, and said, “She’s out of immediate danger for now.”


    The two boys, bursting with excitement, hugged each other and cheered, “Ms. Saxon, you’re the best!”


    She brought Violet back from the dead! From then on, Aria would be practically their goddess.


    Upon hearing the news, Kate copsed to the ground and instantly burst into tears.


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    Kate crawled to Aria’s feet and thanked her repeatedly. “Madelyn,” she choked out, “thank you, truly thank you! From now on, just say the word, and I’ll do anything you ask.”


    Owen had been keeping a close eye on Aria. Seeing that she looked normal, just a bit weak, he finally breathed a sigh of relief.


    Just as Aria reached out, Owen beat her to it, stepping forward to help Kate to her feet. With a solemn look, he said, “Mrs. Livingston, Violet’s out of immediate danger for now, but it’s too early to tell whates next.“–


    Medical oues were unpredictable. If anyplications came upter, they might just redirect their anger toward Aria, while the real culprit got off


    scot–free.


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    Kate caught Owen’s meaning and nodded eagerly. “I know, I know! Everyone said Violet was gone, but it was Madelyn who insisted she was still alive…”


    If anything happened to Violet, Kate didn’t think she could go on living either.


    Madelyn didn’t just save Violet–she saved Kate, too.


    “No matter the oue, as long as Violet isn’t suffering, I can ept it.” With that, Kate raised her hand to the heavens and vowed, “If I ever utter a single word ofint against Madelyn, may God punish me!”


    Owen said, “Mrs. Livingston, that’s too much.”


    Aria looked at Kate and said, “The worst is over now. Keep Hannah


    Culver away from Violet.”


    Kate gave a solemn nod, vowing from that moment on to obey Madelyn’s every word without question.


    Had it not been for Madelyn, once Violet was sent to the city hospital, I probably would never have known my granddaughter still had a fighting chance.


    The more Kate thought about it, the more terrified she became. She would be too ashamed to face Violet if anything happened.


    Aria turned to the two boys and instructed, “You two take turns watching over Violet. Let me know right away if anything changes. I’m going to theb to prepare some medicine.”


    With that, she turned on her heel and headed out.


    Owen caught up with her in just a few strides and asked, “Need me to


    Aria nodded. “Yep.”


    the medicine ready?”


    Owen said, “You barely sleptst night, and now, you’ve just done treatment. You really need to get some rest.”


    “No need, I’ll rest tonight,” Aria replied firmly.


    She headed straight for theb.


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    Owen instinctively grabbed her arm. “Aria, get some rest. You’ll be more effective that way.”


    Aria was forced to stop in her tracks and turned her head to look at him.


    Backlit, Owen’s amber eyes appeared especially tender when he looked at others.


    Had it not been for what Owen saidst time, that concerned gaze of his could easily make her get the wrong idea.


    Aria said firmly, “I know exactly how my body is doing.”


    Owen didn’t release her wrist. With a firm but gentle tug, he drew her closer and guided her in another direction. “Write the list for me,” he said, his tone firm. “I’ll get the medicines ready.”


    Afraid she might bolt, his grip was firm yet measured–just enough to make escape impossible for an ordinary person.


    After all, he genuinely cared about her, and Aria wasn’t about to struggle free. She said calmly, “I’m not going to theb anymore. Let go.”


    Owen released his grip but stayed put, waiting for her to move first.


    Aria smiled and teased, “I thought Mr. Shaw was the gentle type. Guess I was wrong.”


    Trailing half a step behind, Owen rubbed his <i>nose </i>with the very hand that had just held her wrist. ncing at his palm, he felt his ears grow warm. He murmured in a low voice, “You’re right.”


    They walked in silence all the way to the break <i>room</i>.


    Aria was about to get something when Owen gently ced his hand on her shoulder, prompting her to settle onto the couch.


    <b>AD </b>