Lilianna's eyes lit up with quiet pride. "The dean of City Hospital is a close friend of Henry's. He asked Henry to look after some critical patients. Henry couldn't refuse."
"I don't know, but I don't like it." Lydia shrugged dismissively, a trace of disdain in her voice. "He knows his wife is pregnant. Shouldn't he give you more time and attention? Instead, he is busy with others while leaving you alone at home."
Lydia deliberately said those provocative words to stir doubt in Lilianna's heart, designed to create problems in their peaceful life.
"I understand Henry is one of the best doctors in the country," she added, her voice deceptively calm, "but he should think about his own home first, don't you think?"
