Chapter 316

At the same moment, inside the hospital. Clara had just finished cooking the porridge and brought it over to Ethan. He took the bowl, smiling up at her. “You don’t have to tire yourself out like this. Just let the housekeeper handle this stuff.” Clara responded with a light “Mhm,” and said casually, “She'll take over later. I’m beat anyway.” Ethan didn’t press the issue. He simply wrapped an arm around her shoulders. Right then, his phone buzzed—Graham was calling. Ethan answered without hesitation. There was a short pause before Graham asked, “Is Clara with you?” “Yeah,” Ethan replied, calm and matter-of-fact. His tone made Graham pause again. Clara raised her eyebrows slightly—she heard that. She didn’t react much, didn’t push for details, and Ethan didn’t volunteer any explanation either. He just waited patiently for Graham to speak. Finally, Graham’s voice came through, a bit low and deliberate. “Fiona’s gotten into trouble.” Ethan’s face didn’t change—he just stood there, expressi