Was he really that busy? He didn’t even have time to check his phone!
Tilda thought that Johnny must have lent his car to someone else!
In truth, she trusted this man quite a lot.
Despite their frequent arguments and clashes before they were together, he was always straightforward, never hiding anything, so she didn’t want to waste time overthinking things.
Thinking there should be news from her cousin soon, she quickly put away her phone and turned back to the emergency room.
Mrs. Wales had also arrived, and being quite elderly, she was rather afraid of hospitals.
“Tilda, does Malcolm still like your friend?”
“Yes…”
“He’s putting himself through all this because of your friend, isn’t he?” Mrs. Wales was perceptive and quickly understood the situation.
Rosalind had barely returned to the country before leaving again, taking both children with her. Malcolm’s behavior was understandable.
“Mom, Rosalind never agreed to be with Malcolm! Her heart has always been with Ulric. It’s Malcolm who can’t let go.”
Tilda couldn’t help but defend her best friend, lest Malcolm’s parents blame Rosalind when they see their son in a sorry state.
Mrs. Wales sighed, “Malcolm is quite devoted. His parents have persuaded him many times, but it’s no use! He won’t go on blind dates and only focuses on your friend! What did he get in return? She’s living happily with someone else, leaving him alone.”
“Mom!”
“Alright, alright, I’m not blaming anyone. I’m just talking about the situation.”
Tilda pursed her lips. She felt awkward about this whole thing.
When she introduced her cousin to Rosalind, how could she have known Rosalind was already with Ulric? And Ulric was head over heels for Rosalind!
Seeing her cousin like this now made her feel quite guilty.
Soon enough, the doctor finally came out of the emergency room. “Is Malcolm Hines’s family here?”
“Here, Doctor, I’m here!”
Tilda quickly ran over. “How is he?”
“Nothing serious. His fainting was caused by a prolonged lack of food, leading to low blood sugar and blood pressure. He can’t keep doing this. It’s harmful to his health! We’ll transfer him to a regular ward soon. Try to persuade him.” The doctor explained about the ward arrangements and then left.
Malcolm was soon wheeled out as well.
“Malcolm, I’m glad you’re okay!”
Malcolm looked a bit embarrassed and only managed a dry smile. “Sorry for worrying you all…”
“We’re family. No need for apologies!”
As two caregivers helped push Malcolm back to a regular ward for observation, Tilda was about to lend a hand when her phone rang.
She checked her phone. It was Johnny calling.
He picked a hell of a time to call!
After hesitating for a few seconds before answering the call.
“Hello?”
“How could you see my car? Are you at the hospital?” Johnny’s voice sounded urgent as he cut to the chase.
Tilda paused and frowned. “Are you at the hospital too?”
Since he could say that, it meant he hadn’t lent his car out. He’d driven it himself.
“Yeah, my friend is sick…”
“Johnny, didn’t you say you were busy at work?” Tilda’s tone turned a bit displeased.
She hadn’t dared ask him to come by to keep her company, yet he’d come to the hospital for someone else!
“Don’t be mad. I’ll be leaving soon!”
“Tell me, is your friend male or female?” Tilda paused briefly before scoffing lightly. “Female, right?”