Chapter 302

Do Me a Favor

Evelyn had been quiet since stepping into the hospital room. After hearing Sophia's question, she turned to Nathaniel with calm detachment. "Go with Dr. Harrison. I'll meet you in the parking lot."

"Understood." Nathaniel gave a brief nod before following the physician out.

Now alone, Evelyn and Sophia exchanged tense glances before moving toward the corridor's end. The large window overlooked the city, its glass reflecting their strained expressions.

Evelyn broke the silence first. "What is it you want to say?"

Sophia pressed her lips together, her gaze frosty. "Do you blame us?"

"I don’t follow."

"Because Mom and Dad sent you away to live with Grandma, you resent us, don’t you?"

Evelyn studied her sister for a moment before replying, "Does it matter if I do? You heard Mom—she wants nothing to do with me. So why ask?"

"Evelyn, they had their reasons—"

"Is that all? If so, save your breath. You aren’t me, and I’m not them. Don’t waste time trying to justify their choices."

Evelyn cut her off sharply. The silence between them thickened.

Finally, Evelyn exhaled. "We can’t hide Dad’s condition from the Mitchell Group or the press. The company needs stability. You’re the legitimate heir—it’s time you stepped up."

Sophia bristled. "Don’t call me that. You said we don’t choose our parents. Did I?"

"Sophia, you’re missing the point."

"No. You’re bitter because they favored me. That’s why you won’t help Dad or the family now."

A dry laugh escaped Evelyn. "You think this is about jealousy? I’m warning you about what’s coming. Ignore it if you want."

With that, she turned on her heel and left.

The Mitchells had never given her warmth or belonging. Though she’d grown numb to their neglect, facing them still left a hollow ache.

Back at the apartment, Nathaniel was ending a call on the balcony when she entered. He took one look at her expression and frowned.

"What’s wrong?"

Evelyn met his eyes. "Nathaniel, I need a favor."