"Dr. Clancy, does she have a fracture to have an injury this serious?" Norton asked with great concern as Dr. Clancy started bandaging her wound.
Dr. Clancy thought for a while with a troubled expression and said, "Young Master Richards, it's hard to tell without the proper equipment. I'd recommend taking some scans at the hospital for further confirmation. A fracture is not something we should take lightly. With the weather being this hot, it'd take her wounds a long time to heal completely."
Norton was anxious to hear that. He immediately lifted Sabrina in his arms and ran out without hesitation.
Jenna knew that he was taking her to the hospital for further examination. So, she didn't tag along.
Sergio, who was at the side, was somehow frustrated to see Norton carrying his fiancee away right in front of him. Although Sergio didn't have feelings for Sabrina, she was still his fiancee by name.
Rage was building within him, but Sergio couldn't show it. He really didn't have any feelings for Sabrina. He was only frustrated because he thought that Norton was ignoring his presence as her fiance.
On the other hand, Carmella was still looking calm all the while. She saw how anxious Norton was when Sabrina injured herself. Carmella stood there in deep thought.
Upon returning to the reception room, Maria was chatting happily with Madeline. The atmosphere was warm.
Carmella presented Maria with her self-designed outfit. It looked elegant and trendy, and it fitted perfectly on Maria, who was delighted to receive the gift.
"Aunt Maria, if you like it, then I shall work on more designs for you and bring them to you the next time," Carmella said with a smile as she helped Maria fold her collar.
"I like it a lot, thank you." Maria couldn't stop smiling and thanking her. She liked Carmella a lot.
"Carmella, you should visit your Aunt Maria more in the future. She's a very kind woman, and she knows a lot about health perseverance. I learnt a lot from her today. You can learn more from her next time." Madeline smiled and said to Carmella.
"Got it, grandmother. I'd gladly do so." Carmella smiled and agreed.
"Carmella, you're so sensible. You have a great career, yet you're still so sweet and well-mannered. I can't even explain how much I like you." Maria held Carmella's hand in hers as she inspected her up and down with adoration filling her gaze.
Carmella's cheeks blushed a little as she smiled bashfully.
"If you don't mind, you can extend your stay in our Richards Manor for the next few days. What do you think about this?" Maria immediately suggested.
Madeline didn't say anything as she glanced over at Carmella.
Carmella gave a knowing smile before saying, "Sure then. Thank you for inviting me over. I've always been looking forward to visiting Richards Manor, as everyone around me kept saying that it's a rare sight in A City. I kind of get what they meant after spending some time here today. It is a big land, and I only managed to tour a part of it today. I would really love to spend more time in this place."
"Glad to hear that you like it here. You can stay as long as you want. I'll ask someone to arrange a guest room for you." Maria's smile blossomed upon hearing that. She immediately rang up Maud and requested a guest room in front of Madeline.
After another round of chatting and laughter, it was already time for lunch.
Jenna had already requested the kitchen to prepare a sumptuous lunch. One of the maids approached them and led them to the dining hall once lunch was ready.
During lunchtime, Trevor and Claude kept Madeline company, and the atmosphere was great. However, Norton and Sabrina were both absent.
"Where are Norton and Sabrina?" Trevor asked Jenna as he noticed their absence, feeling odd.
Jenna replied in a hurry, "Dad, during our tour in the garden today, Sabrina fell from her bicycle, and her injury was quite serious. Norton brought her to the hospital for a checkup."
Trevor was anxious to hear that, and he immediately asked, "How is she doing now? Sabrina is a kind, innocent, and adorable young lady. I hope her injuries aren't that serious, or I wouldn't know how to explain to General Delia."
Madeline's expression darkened upon hearing that. She asked Maria, "Mrs. Richards, who is this Sabrina?"
Maria replied in a light tone.
"Madam Madeline, Sabrina is the youngest daughter of General Delia in Capital City. She had been close with our family ever since she was a child, and she'd often spend time here in the manor. She is now here to help us."
"Grandmother, Sabrina is the one who is now engaged to Mr. Xanthe," Carmella further explained.
Madeline nodded and didn't say anything in return.
"Dad, don't worry. Norton has already brought her to the hospital. He will call us if there's anything. With how advanced the medical field is right now, I doubt it'd be that serious." Jenna could only try to comfort Trevor.
Trevor stopped dwelling on that topic. Everyone then started to help themselves to lunch.
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