Substitute Marriage With the Illegitimate Son novel Chapter 1188

Ian's determination to prolong the quarrel remained steadfast, but Laney interjected, pacifying both parties.

"It's alright. I'll stay put in the ward. Ian, feel free to leave."

"But..." Ian hesitated, apprehension gnawing at his heart.

A lingering sensation tugged at him, warning that something ill might befall Laney.

Casually picking up a magazine from the bedside table, Laney reassured him, "I'll be engrossed in these pages until your return. Fret not, be on your way."

Reluctantly, Ian accompanied Lola to the attending physician's office, unable to shake off his lingering concerns.

Lola exhaled in relief, Kailee's scheme now partially realized.

Meanwhile, the attending physician had been anxiously awaiting Ian's arrival, growing increasingly concerned that something had gone awry.

Upon the duo's entrance, the physician too let out a sigh of relief and promptly approached them, subtly signaling Lola.

Lola, catching the cue, guided Ian towards the couch, saying, "Let's pay heed to the doctor's counsel, ensuring the finest care for Mrs. Harding."

Ian's eyes narrowed, sensing that something was amiss as he observed the familiarity between Lola and the physician.

The physician produced a hefty pile of notes from his drawer and handed them to Ian with gravity. "These are crucial precautions for Mrs. Harding's delivery. Commit them to memory or you shan't leave."

Aghast, Ian stared at the stack, as thick as a novel, and stammered, "Memorize all of these?"

"Indeed. Every single word," the physician reiterated.

"Very well. I'll take them back to memorize," Ian conceded, rising with the notes in hand, "Mrs. Harding mustn't be left unattended."

Lola swiftly seized Ian's arm, insisting, "I shall tend to Mrs. Harding. You remain here and master these guidelines."