Sage set aside the paper he had been holding. "You were quick to act just now. It's a good thing I was here with you."
When Ginger received the call on her Apple Watch earlier, Sage happened to be nearby. Upon hearing Caleb's words, he immediately sensed it was a ruse.
Fortunately, Sage discreetly stepped in to prevent Ginger from revealing too much, even going as far as jotting down a response for her on paper.
Given the ambiguity of the conversation, Caleb likely wouldn't take Ginger's words seriously.
Resting her chin on her hand, Ginger pondered, "Why doesn't Mommy let Daddy know about you? If he knew you were unwell, he'd surely shower you with gifts."
"Hmph, I'm not interested in his presents," Sage replied with a serious expression.
After all, Sage wasn't as gullible as Ginger. He was well aware of how Timothy had abandoned Mia.
Had it not been for Mia's brothers finding her in time, she would have faced considerable hardship.
These were not matters that Timothy could simply dismiss with a few casual words and some inexpensive gifts.
"Sage, Daddy really isn't that awful. He buys me so many gifts and often texts me to ask if anyone is bothering me."
"Don't be fooled by him. Mommy hasn't forgiven him yet. You're just a little traitor!" Sage exclaimed.
At the mention of "little traitor," Ginger immediately grew anxious. "I'm not a little traitor! I will always support Mommy!"
"But you were just praising that man a moment ago! You're being a little traitor!"
Furious, tears welled up in Ginger's eyes; she certainly didn't consider herself a betrayer.
Just then, Mia pushed open the door and entered the ward. "What's going on? Are you two arguing?"
Ginger rose to her feet, huffing indignantly. "You're so dumb, Sage. I don't want to talk to you anymore."
With that, she stormed out of the ward without looking back.
Mia couldn't help but glance at Sage. "What happened?"
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