She Made a Comeback as a Renowned Doctor-Chapter 517 The Play Begins

Xiaoshi saw her suddenly panic and thought she felt unwell, so he immediately became anxious as well, "I’ll go call the Boss right away."

Hope quickly walked outside, and a glance at the clock on the wall made her pause, "Hold on, Xiaoshi, wait."

Hope called Xiaoshi back and steadied her mind.

No, it’s been almost three hours since dinner; if she had drugged the food, it would have taken effect by now.

Hope placed her hand on her abdomen, but she felt no discomfort.

That means the drug hasn’t been administered yet.

Hope took a deep breath and then exhaled sharply.

Xiaoshi looked at Hope, somewhat confused, "Madam?"

Hope waved her hand, "Let me think again."

Hope sat back on the sofa, her eyebrows furrowing slightly, "Aunt Thompson has been with us for a long time, she’s not a greedy person. Go and investigate if someone is blackmailing her using something against her.

Do it discreetly, don’t alert anyone."

"Yes, madam. Should we inform the Boss?"

Hope glanced upstairs, "No need, he’s leaving on a business trip tomorrow. Don’t make him worry. Also, have Nolan keep a close watch on Aunt Thompson. If she makes any moves, make sure to inform me. You all need to be extra cautious these days."

Thinking of the soup she had today, Hope felt a chill down her spine.

It’s relentless and hard to guard against.

She knew that Maverick Williams and Luna Williams staying in Emperor Capital would certainly make a move.

But she didn’t expect them to stoop so low.

"Rest assured, madam."

Hope nodded, her expression serious, "Thank you all for your trouble."

Xiaoshi was somewhat taken aback. They were Hidden Guards specially trained by the Lewis Family, nurtured and cared for in every aspect by the family. Protecting their master was their duty and right, yet he didn’t expect Hope to express such sincere gratitude towards them.

Xiaoshi scratched his head, his movements slightly unnatural, "Madam, you are too polite."

...

The next day.

Waylon Lewis got up early, very quietly trying not to disturb Hope.

Hope tossed and turned last night and only fell asleep around two or three in the morning.

She didn’t want to disturb Waylon, but he stayed awake all night. Only after he spent the latter half of the night patting her back did she manage to fall asleep peacefully.

Hearing the slightest noise, Hope still opened her eyes and saw Waylon getting up, she rubbed her eyes, "What time is it?"

Seeing her awake, Waylon leaned over to kiss her forehead and said gently, "It’s still early, why did you wake up?"

Hope sat up, "I’m not sleepy anymore."

"Did something bother you last night?"

Hope’s eyes darted around, she shook her head, "No, what could bother me?"

Waylon noticed something unusual in Hope’s subtle expressions, "Really nothing?"

"Really nothing, you have a business trip, you should go, don’t be delayed."

Waylon stroked her hair, "Alright."

"Don’t worry about me, I’ll rest at home this morning and go to the office in the afternoon."

"You should indeed rest well at home, take good care of yourself."

Hope nodded obediently, "Don’t worry."

Hope went downstairs with Waylon.

Breakfast was still prepared by Aunt Thompson. Since Hope instructed Nolan to keep an eye on Aunt Thompson all night, and since there was no report, there were no abnormalities.

Yet, Hope still felt uneasy about last night and looking at the porridge in front of her, she felt hesitant to eat it.

"Madam, does today’s breakfast not suit your taste?"

Upon hearing this voice, Hope Williams’ brow twitched involuntarily, and she glanced at Aunt Thompson, shaking her head, "No."

Hope Williams continued eating gracefully.

Just then, a noisy commotion came from the door, and Hope Williams looked over to see Aria Richardson walking in, followed by a figure.

Hope Williams hadn’t had time to see who it was when that figure rapidly ran towards her.

Hope Williams was stunned, her spoon still in hand, as she was embraced fully.

"Aunt Williams, long time no see."

Hope Williams turned her head to look at the young girl hugging her, "Zoey, what brings you here?"

"I knew you and Brother Waylon from Emperor Capital, so I came to seek you out."

"Then you know Aria? Did you come together?" Hope Williams looked at Aria Richardson.

Aria Richardson waved her hand, "No, this young girl was stopped at the door, she said she knew you and even called you sister-in-law, so I brought her in with me."

Aria Richardson casually sat down by the dining table, "I’m starving, Hope, is there breakfast?"

"Of course, there is." Hope Williams looked at Zoey Sanders, "Have you eaten?"

Zoey Sanders touched her stomach and said with a shy smile, "I had a bread roll before boarding the plane, but now I’m hungry again."

Hope Williams silently smiled and instructed the kitchen to prepare some breakfast.

Having nearly finished eating, Hope Williams propped her head and raised an eyebrow at Aria Richardson, "Miss Richardson, aren’t you usually one to sleep until the sun is high? What brought you here so early today?"

"It’s because of your husband, President Lewis. He called me early in the morning, said you seemed troubled, but he had to go on a business trip and couldn’t stay with you, so he specifically asked me to come keep you company. How could I refuse such a decree? I didn’t even dare eat my breakfast and came straight here."

Aria Richardson finished her milk in one gulp and wiped her mouth, asking, "Quick, tell me what troubles even President Lewis didn’t want to mention, making him call me so early to come over?"

Without changing her expression, Hope Williams glanced at Aunt Thompson standing aside and shook her head, "It’s just some work-related matters. Since you all are here, why don’t you stay for lunch?"

Zoey Sanders happily nodded, "Yes, let’s do that."

Hope Williams smiled, "I remember you’re still in university. Did you just run out here, do your brother and parents know?"

"They... of course, they know," Zoey Sanders’ eyes flickered, visibly uneasy, she quickly changed the subject, "Oh right, Aunt Williams, I remember you mentioned you have two kids, where are they? Can I play with them?"

Hope Williams smiled and nodded, "Of course, they are upstairs, I’ll call them down."

Zoey Sanders’s face lit up with excitement, "Yes, please."

Hope Williams’ morning was not dull at all, with the sunny and enthusiastic Zoey Sanders getting along very well with Luke and Willow, the three of them causing quite a stir.

Hope Williams and Aria Richardson nestled on the couch, Hope Williams’ eyes smiling as she watched them play.

Aria Richardson supported her head and yawned, sighing, "Youth is wonderful."

Looking at her, Hope Williams asked, "Why the sudden sigh?"

Aria Richardson shook her head helplessly, "My mom saw you pregnant, about to have your third child, got so jealous she nearly packed me off to Alexander Knox’s bed."

Hope Williams raised an eyebrow, "You and Alexander Knox..."

Aria Richardson sighed again, "I feel like he’s now more my mom’s son... ah, it’s a long story, better left unsaid."

Hope Williams looked curious, but seeing her helpless expression, she didn’t ask further, "Alright then."

At that moment, Nolan quickly approached Hope Williams, bending down to whisper something to her.

Hope Williams’ expression turned exceedingly cold.

"Alright, I got it."

Nolan nodded and immediately withdrew.

Aria Richardson’s eyes widened, "Where did he pop out from?"

Hope Williams shrugged and looked at the clock. Lunchtime was approaching; surely, Aunt Thompson couldn’t hold back anymore.

Seeing Hope Williams’ dark expression, Aria Richardson leaned closer and asked, "What is it?"

"There’s a good show at noon."

...

It was lunchtime, and all dishes were served; a servant came and announced, "Madam, it’s time to eat."