The IVF Secret That Shook a Dynasty novel Chapter 397

Raymond placed the breakfast on the table and looked at his mother and aunt. “Mom, Aunt Hillary… I just ran into Mr. Baird in the elevator, Vivica’s husband. I persuaded him to come. Do you want to meet with him and talk?”

Raymond’s tone was hesitant, his expression uncertain.

As expected, both women stared back in stunned silence.

Hillary, lying in the hospital bed, looked bewildered after the initial shock. “That Mr. Baird… why is he at the hospital so early in the morning?”

Raymond explained, “Because Vivica’s son is also a patient here, just a few floors above us.”

Hillary looked at her nephew and, after a few seconds, understood. “You already knew?”

“Not until last night. I was afraid if I told you, you wouldn’t be able to sleep and would try to go see him, so I kept it to myself.”

Raymond was patient, answering every question his aunt asked.

Cheryl frowned at her son. “Is Mr. Baird right outside?”

“Yes.”

“Well, invite him in! It’s rude to keep him waiting,” Cheryl gestured to her son. “Quickly.”

On the bed, Hillary, who had been lying listlessly, suddenly grew tense. She sat up straight and ran a hand through her hair.

“Cheryl, hand me the comb. I need to fix my hair,” Hillary told her sister, quickly tidying her clothes and the bedsheets, showing how important this meeting was to her.

Outside, Raymond opened the door. Joseph was standing a few feet away, on the phone, seemingly discussing work matters.

Raymond had no choice but to wait.

Joseph glanced at him, finished his call with a few brief words, and walked over.

“Mr. Baird, please come in. My mother and aunt would be happy to see you,” Raymond said politely, gesturing with a deferential air.

“Alright,” Joseph responded with his usual gravity.

As they entered the room, both Cheryl and Hillary were struck by Joseph’s appearance. He was tall, easily over six feet, with a handsome face and an upright posture. He exuded an air of authority that commanded respect without him saying a word.

Hillary marveled inwardly that her daughter could have found such an exceptional husband. She felt a surge of gratification.

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