They suspected Alex was pretending to be sick just to get closer to Aitana.
Alex said calmly, “I’m perfectly healthy. Why would I fake an illness? If I wanted to see Aitana, I could walk straight in and look for her. I don’t need excuses.”
Joaquin’s expression instantly soured.
“My grandmother came for a checkup yesterday,” Alex added. “I’m just here to pick up her results and let Aitana look them over.”
He walked past Joaquin and headed toward the old lady.
Joaquin and his family instinctively turned to watch him.
And then it hit Joaquin—Alex’s grandmother was none other than the legendary Madam York, known throughout Wiltspoon for her sharp mind, ironclad household management, and exceptional ability to raise her grandchildren.
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