Chapter 711

“Oh my god, did we walk in at the wrong time?” Caitlin gasped.
“Let’s go!” Sebastian quickly pulled her toward the door.
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Molly and Simon sprang apart at the sound of voices. Realizing it was her brother and sister–in–law, Molly’s face turned crimson. “Hey, wait! Don’t go!”
They stopped and turned back. Simon scratched his head awkwardly, trying to smile. “Sorry, when did you get here?”
“Just now. Looks like we interrupted something,” Sebastian teased with a grin.
“No, no, you’re right on time. Molly’s already packed.”
Simon invited them inside, and as Caitlin walked in, she glanced around at the cozy room and couldn’t help smiling. “This looks familiar somehow.”
Sebastian chuckled. “Doesn’t it? The last time my sister was hospitalized, she turned her ward into a home. Looks like it’s the same this time. You two might as well just get married right here in the hospital.”
His joke made both Molly and Simon blush.
Molly sat on the edge of the bed, cheeks flushed pink. “That’s not a bad idea. Seb’s suggestion sounds perfect. Why not today?”
“What? No way! That’s too sudden!”
Simon nearly choked. He was still in his white doctor’s coat, technically on duty, and had no idea how to respond.
“Haha, relax,” Caitlin said, laughing. “They’re teasing you.”
Simon exhaled in relief. He was ready to marry Molly, but he didn’t want their wedding to be rushed or plain. He wanted to give her something memorable and meaningful.
Molly took Caitlin’s hand, her eyes full of curiosity. “I heard you two just got back from Country D. Everything go smoothly?”
“More or less. A few close calls, but we made it back fine.”
Caitlin glanced at the luggage neatly arranged by the table. “So, all packed up? If you’re ready, we can go now.”
“All set. I can’t wait to get out of here. If I stay any longer, I’ll start growing mold.”
She had been hospitalized twice this year already and was thoroughly sick of it. “I hope I don’t have to see another hospital for at least ten years.”
Caitlin laughed. “You sure? What about when you and Simon get married and have a baby? You’ll have to
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“Oh right!” Molly’s eyes lit up as she said it with complete seriousness. “I should hurry up and make that happen. I want to give Simon a baby as soon as possible.”
Simon nearly choked again. He coughed, clearly flustered, and changed the topic. “Since you’re finally back, why don’t you all come to my place tonight? My mom and sister are gone, so it’s just me at home. I’ll cook for everyone.”
“Sounds great!”
They left the ward together, the men carrying the bags behind them.
Walking ahead, Molly linked her arm through Caitlin’s and whispered conspiratorially, “I’ve decided. Starting tonight, I’m moving into Simon’s place. I’m going to live with him.”
Caitlin gave her a sideways look. “Don’t tell me you two still haven’t… you know.”
“Nope. Simon’s too proper. He insists we wait until after the wedding. But I’m done waiting. I’m going to take the initiative tonight. There are so many young nurses and pretty doctors around him every day, I’m losing my sense of security.”
Caitlin burst out laughing. “Then I wish you good luck. May you succeed gloriously.”
“I will!” Molly clenched her fist with determination, then shot Caitlin a mischievous look. “You and the others better help me tonight.”
“Understood.”
After picking Molly up, Simon signed her discharge papers and drove her back to the Vanderbilt residence.
Everyone at the Vanderbilt family home already knew Molly was coming back. Eliza and Raymond were waiting at the door.
“She’s back!”
Hazel spotted the car first and shouted.
“Molly’s home!”
Eliza rushed forward, smiling with joy. “Molly…”
“Mom!”
Molly’s eyes filled with tears of happiness. She ran into her mother’s arms, hugging her tightly.
Eliza hugged her back, crying tears of relief. When they finally let go, she whispered, “We told your grandmother you and Simon went on a trip abroad. Don’t say anything to give it away.”
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“Got it, Mom.”
“Grandma! I missed you so much!”
Molly ran to the elderly woman and threw her arms around her. It was a heartfelt reunion.
“I missed you too, dear. Did you have fun overseas?”
“So much fun! It was amazing!”
Molly helped her grandmother sit down, chatting animatedly.
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Her grandmother studied her for a moment. “That’s strange. People usually come back from traveling abroad with a tan. How come you look even fairer?”
“Ah, Grandma, that’s because I used a ton of sunscreen! I hardly went out during the day. It was so hot, I only went sightseeing at night, so I didn’t get tanned. Want to hear about all the places I visited?”
Molly’s made–up story flowed smoothly, full of cheerful detail. She spoke as if she really had gone abroad, and her grandmother listened with rapt attention.
Behind them, Caitlin, Sebastian, and Simon entered the house, hearing Molly’s lively “travel story.” She made it sound so real that even they almost believed it.
When she finished, Simon smoothly stepped in and handed the old lady a wrapped gift. “This is a little something Molly brought back for you.”
“Oh my, you even thought to bring me a gift!”
It was a beautiful silk scarf in her favorite color. The old woman beamed with delight.
Molly gave Simon a look of admiration. Trust him to think ahead. He’d prepared thoughtful gifts for everyone, while she’d completely forgotten about that part.
Simon had indeed planned carefully. He’d bought something for Eliza and the other ladies too, and even small souvenirs for the men.
To celebrate Molly and Simon’s return, the Vanderbilt family prepared a lavish lunch.
After the meal, Simon had to return to the hospital for his shift. He said his goodbyes and reminded everyone about the dinner gathering at his house that night.
Originally, Caitlin and Sebastian had planned to meet an ancient manuscript restorer that afternoon. But just as they were about to leave, Sebastian received an urgent call from the corporate oflice.
Before heading off, he scribbled an address and a name on a note and handed it to Caitlin. “I need to go back to the company. You go ahead and meet him first. I’ll join you later so we can discuss everything together.”
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