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Chapter 149

“Ms. Jonas has asthma?” Jasmine exclaimed in surprise.

Mercer didn’t answer her question. “Go get a glass of water,” he instructed.

“Alright.” Jasmine hurried to fetch the water.

Sophie lay in Mercer’s arms, saying pitifully, “I know I’m sick. I won’t be able to get married or have children. Maybe I was a bit harsh on Calla because I couldn’t control my jealousy. Mercer, please don’t blame me.”

Seeing Sophie tormented by her illness, Mercer’s tone softened. “Don’t think too much. I’ve already received the treatment plan from Morvenia. I’ll send you there for treatment as soon as possible.”

“No! I don’t want to go. I don’t want to leave you,” Sophie said, grabbing his collar.

Ill go with you.” Mercer finally relented.

“Really?” Hearing this, Sophie’s eyes immediately lit up.

“I’ll keep my word.” Mercer nodded in resignation.

At this moment, Jasmine returned with a glass of water. Mercer took the glass and handed it to Sophie, who obediently drank half of the water inside.

Mercer then instructed Jasmine, “Jasmine, you don’t need to return to Sedonia. I’ll arrange a car to take you and Sophie to her place. You’ll stay with her and take care of her for now.”

Jasmine looked at Sophie with a hint of reluctance but didn’t dare to disobey Mercer. She nodded quickly and replied, “Yes, sir.”

Meanwhile, Calla, who had regained her composure, had nowhere to go. After wandering for a while, she eventually dragged her suitcase back to the Sherman residence.

As soon as she entered, Calla found Rudy lounging on the couch. He was casually eating Carci’s signature dessert, red wine–poached pears.

“What are you doing here?” Calla felt her anger rising at the sight of Rudy.

I came to check on your mom and Zoey.” Rudy, startled by Calla’s outburst, quickly removed his feet from the coffee table.

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“Wow! How thoughtful of you. Mom and Zoey don’t need your concern. Leave now!” Calla shouted, pointing toward the door.

“But… but I am still your father. How can you speak to me like this?” Rudy said, his voice lacking conviction.

“You have the nerve to call yourself my father? What a joke! My father died 15 years ago!” Calla roared.

At this moment, Carol, hearing the argument, rushed out of the kitchen.

Seeing Calla back, she quickly asked, “Calla, why are you home?”

“Mom, didn’t I tell you not to let him in? Why is he here again?” Calla asked angrily.

“I…” Carol was at a loss for words.

Noticing the suitcase behind Calla, she couldn’t help but ask, “Why are you back with your suitcase? Did you fight with Mercer?”

Hearing this, Rudy showed even more concern than Carol. He anxiously asked, “How could you fight with Mercer? That’s so inconsiderate of you!”

Seeing Rudy’s facade, Calla was utterly speechless. Determined, she announced, ” Mom, Mercer and I didn’t fight. We just finalized our divorce!”

She hadn’t intended to tell her mother so soon to avoid worrying her. Now, she realized it was necessary to announce it. She especially wanted Rudy to know that she had no ties to Mercer anymore.

Only with this would Rudy disappear from their lives for good.