Chapter 455
Chapter 455:
She called Ryan.
“Can you pick me up from the studio? Let’s visit your grandma together p>
“Okay,” he agreed promptly.
Before long, they were on their way to the nursing home to see Nadine.
Nadine’s eyes lit up at the sight of Jenessa and Ryan. She sat up quickly, her voice tinged with surprise.
“What brings you here? Shouldn’t you both be busy with work p>
“We couldn’t wait any longer to see you,” Jenessa replied, smiling as she took Nadine’s hand in hers.
“You’re such a sweetheart,” Nadine said, her smile broadening.
Ryan, standing slightly to the side, spoke gently.
“Grandma, the doctor mentioned your recovery is going well, and you’ll be home soon. Your birthday is approaching—how would you like to celebrate p>
After a pause, Nadine’s eyes sparkled with delight.
“I think a big birthday party is in order this year. Let’s invite all our friends from around the city p>
Jenessa raised an eyebrow, amused.
“Grandma, aren’t you the one who always says parties are too much fuss? What’s changed your mind p>
If Nadine threw a large party, many would surely come.
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Nadine grew serious, her voice lowering.
“I heard about the press conference incident,” she said, her gaze fixed on Jenessa’s cheek with a hint of sympathy.
“You just took it quietly, even when they bullied you. I won’t let that happen again! The Haynes family supports you! And I want everyone to know it p>
Her words brought comfort to Jenessa. She hadn’t expected Nadine, even from the nursing home, to catch wind of that incident. More so, Nadine planned a grand birthday party to rally support for her.
Overwhelmed, Jenessa’s eyes welled up.
“Grandma, I know you care, but please, don’t overdo it. Those issues are already resolved p>
Nadine huffed, casting a disapproving look at Ryan.
“If only my grandson had been more attentive, I wouldn’t need to step in p>
“Grandma, you’re right. I’ve made mistakes. But I promise, from here on out, I’ll treat Jenessa with utmost care and love,” Ryan declared, his eyes reflecting his guilt.
At his words, something stirred in Jenessa’s chest, her heart fluttering with a mix of emotions. She bit her lip, trying to compose herself.
Nadine eyed her grandson with suspicion.
“Why the sudden change of heart? Before, you resisted making Jenessa’s status known, and now, you’ve decided differently p>
Ryan offered a rueful smile.
“I was blind before, but I won’t disappoint her again p>
Jenessa fought the urge to smile.