Amelia walked out of the mall and took a long time to compose herself.
She hailed a cab and headed straight to Grace's hospital, where she stayed with her until nightfall.
When she got home, Simon was already there.
As soon as she walked in, Simon raised an eyebrow and remarked casually, "What's this, a stray cat? You leave and forget this is home?"
Amelia shot him a glance, her tone carrying a hint of sharpness. "Is Mr. Johnson always this free every day?"
Simon's face darkened instantly. "Amelia, did you eat gunpowder while you were out?"
Looking back at him, Amelia was suddenly reminded of Vivian' humiliating words. She thought she wouldn't care, yet somehow, it still stung. But right now, she didn't feel like talking to Simon anymore.
She turned around and walked
