Chapter 308
Bonnie had received a text from Ivor before she went to Jocrovania. He stated that he had made an appointment for her to treat his grandmother. Bonnie was so focused on antique gemstones for the past few days that the appointment slipped her mind.
“Um, I won’t be going to the hospital tonight.”
Ivor asked in puzzlement, “Why not? I wanted to introduce you to Dr. Fanelli a while ago, but you turned it down because you had something to attend to. If I remember correctly, you felt bad for missing the chance to meet him. What’s stopping you this time?”
Bonnie felt stumped. She had said that last time because she needed to dispel Ivor’s suspicions about her. She answered, “Nothing special. It’s just that it was a long flight from Jocrovania, and I’m exhausted. I want to sleep as early as possible after dinner.
“Also, it’ll take longer than a few sessions to treat your Grandma’s osteoarthritis. I’ll meet
Dr. Fanelli another time.”
“Sure thing. You should sleep earlier if you’re tired.” Ivor squinted at her, subtly scanning her. He knew how strong she was and that a trip to Jocrovania would not have drained her so much. Bonnie would not feel tired even if Ivor took her on a journey around the world.
He was sure she was trying to keep something from him.
After dinner, Ivor visited his grandmother alone. He told her to take a good rest before leaving. He had also told Floyd to watch over Bonnie at home.
Bonnie glanced at Floyd, standing guard by her door. She concluded that Ivor was indeed suspicious of her. She said, “Go and rest, Floyd. I’m going to bed now.”
“I’m okay, Ms. Bonnie. You should get some sleep. I’ll continue to guard your room.”
“I’m not used to having someone standing by the door. I can’t sleep if you don’t leave. If you keep standing here, I might as well return to Lenfield Resort.”
“Well, I-” Floyd was stumped. “Let me call Mr. Ivor.”
“Suit yourself.” Bonnie closed the door and returned to her room.
If Ivor had not insisted that she spend the night here, she would have returned to Lenfield
Resort. That way, Floyd would not have guarded the door and blocked her exit. Even so,
she could not blame Ivor entirely. After all, Bonnie had a soft spot for him.
Even so, she just could not stand it when Ivor Insisted on her staying.
There was a reason Bonnle stayed. At least she would know Floyd was around to monitor
If she had returned to Lenfield Resort, he would have stalked her without her
knowledge.
Bonnie played some music on her phone and raised the volume. She then locked the door and slid open the window before leaping out.
In the hospital, Ivor stared at Bonnie, who disguised herself as Dr. Fanelli. The former could not explain his thoughts. Although the doctor looked nothing like Bonnie, there was
something familiar about the doctor’s eyes.
“What took you so long, Dr. Fanelli?”
“I apologize, but the traffic is terrible tonight.” Bonnie had thought of that excuse before
coming.
“There’s no need to apologize, Doc. My grandma’s waiting for you in there. Please begin the treatment.” Ivor gestured for her to enter.
“Of course.” Bonnie entered and greeted Winnie before treating her.
Meanwhile, Ivor gazed at the doctor and noticed the piercing in the doctor’s ears. The former lowered his gaze and asked in puzzlement, “Why do you have an ear piercing, Doc?”
Bonnie’s heart sank, but she seemed unfazed on the outside. She said, “You’re pretty conservative, Mr. Ivor. We’re not living in ancient times. It’s normal for guys to have a piercing or two these days.”
Ivor kept his suspicions in check while monitoring the doctor’s expression. He said, “Yeah, it’s quite common for a guy to have a piercing, but not two.”
