Chapter 175

"Why can't she eat? Isn't there someone like you trying to please her?"

I said calmly.

Simon had already told me about the person taking care of Karen in the hospital. To my surprise, it was Shirley.

I never expected Shirley to come back. Seems like Brandon really can't do without her. In every way, Shirley is quite useful.

"You..."

"Aren't you worried people will talk if they find out you didn't visit your seriously ill mother-in-law?"

"What do I have to be afraid of?"

Seeing Shirley's expression, I suddenly laughed. "You probably don't know yet, but Brandon and I are getting a divorce. Soon, you'll have your chance. Karen might even become your mother-in-law. Then, taking care of her will be legit."

"Unlike now, where even if you clean up after her, you're just a nurse."

Hearing about our divorce, Shirley's eyes lit up. "Are you serious? Why didn't Brandon tell me?"

Kathy couldn't help but snort. "He didn't tell you because you're not important. He doesn't think it's necessary to inform you, just a nurse."

"Do you really think you can marry him? Let me tell you, even if you do, it won't matter. After Caroline divorces him, Brandon will leave with nothing. You won't get a dime."

Shirley scoffed. "So what? I truly love Brandon. Even if he has no money, I still love him."

But her greedy eyes betrayed her. I looked at the designer bag she was carrying. Even though it was second-hand, it was still valuable, probably taken from Karen.

And she was flaunting it like a treasure, proving she wasn't someone who valued love over material things. Besides, what kind of feelings could she have for Brandon?

"Alright, then just wait and see."

I glanced at the items in her hand. "You're bringing food to Karen, right? Thanks for the reminder. I'll go visit my dear mother-in-law too."

"After all the good deeds she's done, how could I not go and thank her?"

Shirley's face changed, and she glared at me before turning to leave, not wanting to argue further.

Seeing her reaction, I realized someone didn't want me to visit Karen in the hospital. But Shirley couldn't help herself and came to show off, which backfired.

The more she acted like this, the more I wanted to go.

I turned to Kathy and Savannah. "Want to come with me to Karen's room for some fun?"

Kathy immediately nodded. "Of course."

I looked at Savannah, who also seemed excited.

I couldn't help but sigh. Kathy had corrupted such a good kid like Savannah. She used to have no interest in gossip like this.

Soon, our food arrived. After eating, we planned our visit to Karen.

When it was time to pay, I asked Kathy and Savannah to wait while I went to the market across the street.

When I returned, I was carrying two pounds of walnuts.

They looked at me, puzzled. "What are you doing with those?"

"She had a stroke, right? I'm bringing walnuts to help her brain."

They burst out laughing. "You'll probably make her so mad she'll have another stroke."

I didn't care. My goal was to irritate her.

I knew which hospital Karen was in, so the three of us took a cab there.

After getting out, we headed straight to Karen's department.

Shirley was standing at the door. Seeing us, her face turned sour.

She probably didn't expect us to find the place so quickly.

"What are you doing here? Leave now!"

I chuckled and looked at Savannah, who immediately took out her phone and snapped a few pictures of Shirley's face.

Shirley was startled and quickly covered her face. "What are you doing? Delete those!"

I crossed my arms. "I'm here to see my mother-in-law. Who are you to stop me? You're just a nurse."

"Get out of the way, or I'll post these photos and let everyone know what you've been up to."

Shirley gritted her teeth and glared at me, but she knew I was right. She had no reason to stop me, so she reluctantly stepped aside.

Inside the room, it was dark and had a strange smell.

Kathy immediately covered her nose. "What's that smell? It's awful."

I felt around the wall for the light switch and pointed to the bedpan nearby.

"Karen eats and relieves herself in here. The smell can't escape."

Kathy gagged. "That's disgusting."

I told Savannah, "Savannah, open the window to air out the room."

"Otherwise, how can she stand this smell every day?"

Savannah nodded and went to the window, pulling back the curtains and opening it to let in fresh air.

Seeing this, Shirley panicked. "What are you doing?"

"The doctor said Mrs. Jordan can't be exposed to wind. Close the window now."

"Did the doctor say how to deal with the smell? We need to air it out first. It won't take long."

I had Savannah stand by the window. Anyone who tried to close it got a glare from her.

Shirley knew Savannah's temper, so she didn't dare provoke her and just glared at me.

I sat by the bed and gently pushed Karen's blanket.

She no longer looked like the harsh old woman she used to be. Her face was pale, her body thin and frail.

She looked like she didn't have much time left.

After I pushed her, it took a while for her to open her eyes. When she saw me, her dull eyes immediately focused.

"You... what are you doing here? Get out! Get out!"

But her voice was weak, lacking any authority.

I smiled smugly. "Mom, you're seriously ill, and I haven't visited you. Is there a problem with me coming now? I even brought you a gift."

"You had a stroke, so you need to nourish your brain. I brought two pounds of walnuts."

I handed them to her. "I noticed you don't use your brain much, so these will be perfect. No waste."