Chapter 73 The Smith Family Got Beaten Up
Richard looked at Catherine's speculative expression and felt nothing but regret.
If he had known, he would never have agreed to film a movie with two male leads!
If this affected his glorious image in Catherine's eyes, he would blow up those film companies.
"Go to sleep first, see you tomorrow."
"Okay, good night Richard."
Bright Heal Hospital, general ward
Oliver looked at the payment receipt in his hand, his heart bleeding. Just for fainting and passing out, he had already said he was hit by someone at the entrance, the hospital should go find the person responsible for the medical fees!
Those medical staff not only didn't listen, but also urged him to pay up quickly.
Oliver had no choice but to pay, looking at Clara who had just walked in from outside: "Clara, where did you go? Mr. Windsor will be here soon. Don't wander off."
"When exactly is Mr. Windsor coming? We've been waiting all afternoon. Will he really come?"
Oliver couldn't say for sure. Would someone like Bethany really come to see him?
Celeste disagreed, smiling mysteriously.
"You don't understand. What kind of person is Mr. Windsor? He's so busy with important matters, how would he have time to see us? Even if he comes, for the Windsor family's reputation, he won't come during the day. He'll definitely find a discreet time to come secretly."
"You're right. Mr. Windsor knows he's been deceived, he'll definitely come."
Oliver looked at his watch impatiently. If Bethany didn't come soon, they'd have to pay for another day of hospitalization!
Several bodyguards in pure black suits walked into the ward.
"Oliver? Mr. Windsor sent us to pick you up. Come with us."
The three members of the Smith family were overjoyed and quickly got up from the bed to follow the bodyguards.
Clara looked around for a while but didn't see Bethany anywhere, asking quietly: "Where is Mr. Windsor? We have something very important to tell Mr. Windsor. Isn't he coming?"
None of the bodyguards paid her any attention, making the atmosphere instantly awkward.
Clara tugged at Celeste's clothes pitifully, "Mom, I need to use the bathroom."
"Go ahead, hurry back."
The bodyguards didn't mind Clara and took Oliver and Celeste to the car, driving away from Bright Heal Hospital.
As soon as the car started moving, Celeste got anxious.
Clara wasn't in the car yet!
"Clara isn't in yet! Why did you start driving? I'm going to tell Mr. Windsor about this and have him fire you all!"
"Shut up!"
Oliver and Celeste looked at each other, both sensing something different.
Where were they taking them?
"We're Mr. Windsor's guests! What are you trying to do!"
The bodyguards sneered.
"You'll find out soon enough!"
Early the next morning, Richard had just finished making breakfast and placed it on the table, about to call Catherine to get up, when the door of The Windsor Mansion was knocked.
Alexander had several food delivery carts behind him. The servants methodically placed the food on the dining table. In an instant, the large dining table was filled with delicious-looking breakfast items.
Richard's homemade breakfast was completely overshadowed, looking particularly inconspicuous among everything else.
Richard's eye twitched.
"What's the meaning of this?"
"I had dinner at your invitation last night, so it's only right that I provide this morning's meal."
Richard's expression improved slightly. He snorted coldly, about to let it go, when he saw Alexander stride upstairs with his long legs.
"What are you doing! You're getting addicted to going to Catherine's room! Come back down!"
When Catherine opened her eyes, she saw Alexander, fully dressed, standing in front of her, with an angry Richard in pajamas behind him.
Richard was still grumbling.
"Richard, what are you two doing so early in the morning?"
She had just woken up to hear these two arguing about something, and they seemed quite energetic.
Catherine was wearing a light blue nightgown, her hair cascading over the blanket, her big eyes still carrying a hint of confused mist, looking sleepily at the two men before her.
Alexander's breath caught. He was actually struck speechless by the beautiful scene before him!
He bent down and touched Catherine's head, saying tenderly: "You're awake? Want to sleep a bit more? I brought breakfast. I had the chef prepare all the breakfast items you said you liked last time."
"I won't sleep anymore, I'll get up now."
"No rush, I just have something to discuss with Richard. Take your time."
He reluctantly left Catherine's hair, the smooth texture carrying a faint cedar scent, the usual fragrance on her body.
Richard leaned against the door, seeing Alexander come out, muttering that he was being sensible!
Closing Catherine's door, Alexander pinched the bridge of his nose somewhat helplessly.
"Next time I talk to Catherine, you can stay further away. If you're jealous of our good relationship, you can also find a fiancée."
What does that mean?
Is he trying to provoke him about not having a girlfriend!
Richard got excited immediately, clenching his fists.
"What do you mean? That's my sister, mine! Don't think you can bully my sister in front of me!"
"Last night Oliver and Celeste were taken to the suburbs and beaten up. Was that you?"
Richard paused, quickly pulled out his phone to check, and looked up confused, "No, my people were scheduled to go beat up the Johnson family today. I thought it was you. Wasn't it?"
Alexander and he looked at each other, both thinking it was the other who did it.
"Looks like it was probably my dad. But my people are going too, so they'll just get another beating. At least it'll keep them from bothering Catherine."
"Let's not tell Catherine about this."
Richard nodded, agreeing with Alexander's suggestion. There was no need to tell Catherine about such annoying matters. She just needed to be happy.
The breakfast made by the Howard family's chef was quite sumptuous. Even Richard, who usually needed to watch his weight and diet, ate a lot, looking satisfied.
"The Howard family's chef is really good. When will they come work for us? Mr. Howard wouldn't be so petty as to not even share one chef, would he?"
"How could that be? It's just that my grandfather also likes that chef's cooking. If you like it, visit The Howard Mansion more often in the future. Catherine and I both welcome you."
The dessert in Richard's mouth crumbled to bits. His look at Alexander could practically shoot flames.
Catherine glanced at Alexander and Richard.
"I'm done eating. If you want to argue, continue. I'm leaving first."
Richard quickly followed, afraid Catherine might overthink things.
"Catherine, he's the one causing trouble, I'm innocent! You believe me, right!"
"I believe you."
Alexander followed beside Catherine, reaching out to hold her small hand.
"I've prepared gifts for grandfather and grandmother. We'll give them together in our names, so you don't need to worry."
Richard looked at their clasped hands and felt his heart ache, his eyes hurt terribly, his heart riddled with holes.
Could it be that he really was like Alexander said? Should he find a fiancée?
He was definitely saying that on purpose to steal Catherine away!
At the entrance of The Martinez Mansion, Aurora and Bethany got the news and were already waiting at the door early, pushing Samuel and Grace together.
"Mom and Dad, why don't you go inside first? It's so cold outside!"
"With such bright sunshine, what's cold about it? This is Catherine's first time here. I'm letting her know that this is also her home from now on!"