Chapter 381
Halsey smiled, her lips curving up as she replied to Tina, “didn’t want to disturb you, so I usually just meet Dwight at school.”
Tina chuckled softly, clearly pleased.
At that moment, Anthony arrived, and Halsey stepped outside.
In the director’s office, Anthony handed Halsey the medical report. “Ms. Lincoln, the patient’s test results are in.”
Halsey looked at him expectantly. “How did it tuin out?”
Anthony shook his head. “The patient is in the late stages of cancer.”
What?!
Halsey froze. “Late stages of cancer? Are you sure? Mrs. Gamer has always been so healthy.
“I’m certain,” Anthony replied. “She likely had cancer for several years. She was aware of it but never sought treatment, nor did she tell anyone. The cancer has spread to her heart and brain. She has about two months left.”
Halsey slumped into the chair, stunned. She couldn’t believe it–only two months left for Tina.
Why hadn’t she said anything when she was diagnosed? Why hadn’t she sought treatment?
And Dwight and Madeline had no idea about all this.
In the hospital room, Penelope and Madeline stayed by Tina’s side. Madeline poured a cup of water. “Mom, have some water.”
Tina leaned back against the headboard, taking a sip of the water. She looked at Penelope and smiled weakly.” Penelope, I really appreciate you helping me this time.”
Penelope squeezed Tina’s hand gently. “No need to thank me. I know how hard it is for you, raising two kids on your own. It must’ve been tough.”
Tina glanced at Madeline, still so young “No matter how hard it’s been, we’ve made it through. Dwight’s grown up, but I feel sorry I couldn’t provide more for Maddy.”
Penelope sighed. “Dwight’s done so well. He’s just like his dad, Herman. He turned into a strong, capable man.”
When Herman Gamer’s name was mentioned, Tina’s eyes, which had lost focus long ago, suddenly filled with
tears.
Penelope immediately realized her mistake. Herman was the wound that never healed, the pain they all carried.
Tina wasn’t naturally blind–she had gone blind because she had cried too much for Herman.
Penelope quickly changed the subject. “That girl, Halsey–she’s stunning, you know. Her face is so small, and her skin is like porophin, almost glowing. Her eyes are bright, and her figure is lovely. I’ve never seen such a beautiful girl. She’s definitely from the big city.”
Tina smiled softly. “Halsey’s that beautiful? I could tell by the way she speaks that she must be a lovely, charming girl she’s always so sweet and soft.”
Madeline chimed in, her voice full of pride. “Mom, Halsey is really pretty.”
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Penelope added, “And it’s not just her looks. She’s well educated too, and she goes to school with Dwight. She must come from a promineht family. She made one call and had you admitted to this hospital. The doctor who’s been examining you, Dr. Willis, I think I’ve seen him on TV—he’s highly regarded. Is she Dwight’s girlfriend? He’s really come a long way, dating such a wonderful girl
Tina listened quietly, then spoke, her voice calm, “We shouldn’t jump to conclusions about their relationship. We don’t want to tarnish the girl’s reputation. She’s probably out of Dwight’s league. He hasn’t mentioned anything about dating anyway, and a girl like her must have many sultors.‘
Penelope patted Tina’s hand gently. “I understand, bin Dwight’s grown up, the day he’ll get married. Don’t you want him to? If he doesn’t, he’ll spend his whole life alone.
Tina didn’t respond.
Madeline, with her innocent sincerity, added, “Dwight won’t be alone. He still has me.”
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