Serenity, who had married into the York family, knew that if she were unable to conceive, Audrey would be more concerned than anyone else. Mrs. Lewis glanced at her youngest son but remained silent. She then asked Zachary, “Is Liberty inside? May I go in and see her?” Zachary nodded and led Mrs. Lewis inside.
Serenity noticed someone approaching and turned to look. She stood up when she saw Zachary entering with Mrs. Lewis. “Mrs. Lewis,” she greeted.
“Serenity, I came to see your sister. How is she?” Mrs. Lewis inquired gently, her concern evident. Serenity stepped aside to allow Mrs. Lewis to approach Liberty.
As Mrs. Lewis drew near, she took in Liberty’s pale face and the gauze wrapped around her arm, realizing that Liberty had sustained knife wounds. She then glanced at Sonny, who appeared completely unharmed. This was a testament to a mother’s love. With worry, she asked about Liberty and Sonny’s conditions.
After a while, she shifted the conversation and addressed Serenity, “Serenity, since you and Zachary are caring for your sister, you don’t need Duncan to stay, right? He looks exhausted, and I’d like to take him home to rest. He has already helped enough as a friend.”
“Mom!” Duncan exclaimed, sensing that his mother’s visit was not merely social and that she intended to take him home personally.
Serenity quickly interjected, “Mrs. Lewis, we’ve already tried to convince Mr. Lewis to rest. It’s sufficient for Zachary and me to look after my sister. My aunt and Elisa are likely to come over in the afternoon to take over for us. I truly appreciate Mr. Lewis’s assistance. When my sister is discharged from the hospital, I will certainly bring gifts to express my gratitude.”
Mrs. Lewis responded warmly, “Friends should help one another. Duncan is friends with Zachary and is a good person, so he wouldn’t just sit idly by. It’s just…”
As a mother, it pains me to see him like this. I’ll take Duncan back first. Take care of yourselves as well.