"Let's not rush into it. Let's see what she's up to first," Hera mumbled as she brushed her teeth with an electric toothbrush.
The Eclipse Stone was a coveted treasure, and many were eyeing it. Camille's intervention at this time might have diverted attention away from Hera.
After chatting a bit more, they hung up. Hera finished her morning routine, headed downstairs, and went for a run.
When she returned, the whole family, including the housekeeper, Judy McCoy, was gathered around the dining table reading the newspaper.
"Ms. Chime is Dr. Shadow. Should we ask her to see Mrs. Everett Senior?" Judy asked.
Since Hera's incident at the hospital, Georgia Hemsworth's health had been fluctuating, and she had been recuperating there.
Hera remained silent.
"Gideon, why don't you try reaching out to her? Your grandmother has been in the hospital for a while now, and the medical expenses are high. Moreover, they haven't been able to diagnose her condition. Dr. Shadow could diagnose her more efficiently," James suggested to Gideon.
He had heard that Camille was still single, and so was Gideon. He thought that if the two could grow closer during this process, it could greatly benefit the Everett family's reputation.
"I think we should have Hera treat Grandma. My sister's medical skills are impressive!" Gino chimed in proudly.
His statement caught Lilith and Judy off guard. Both of them looked at him in surprise.
They seemed to question his sudden change in attitude toward Hera silently. Wasn't he resistant to acknowledging Hera as his sister before?
Gino remained unfazed, immediately changing the subject when he noticed someone entering the room.
"Hera, you're back. Get ready. Everyone's waiting for you to have breakfast!" Gino exclaimed.
Hera glanced at him, a slight smile playing on her lips as she replied, "Sure."
Judy found the scene surreal, wondering why Gino, who was usually aloof, was suddenly so affectionate toward Hera.
Lilith, witnessing this, felt tears welling up. Finally, Gino seemed to have softened toward Hera.
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