Chapter 25 Tricked into an Engagement Party
"He's young and strong. Missing one meal won't harm him."
Vivian Donovan waved dismissively, planning to treat Curtis Huxley to lunch later.
But her mother shot her a stern glare. "Go now."
"I..."
At a loss for words, she turned to Curtis. "Come on, let's go eat. I'll take you downstairs."
"Oh, no need, Auntie. I have some matters to attend to at the company. I should leave."
"Is that so?"
"Yes. I'll come by again later."
Curtis nodded to Shirley Donovan and left. Vivian walked him to the elevator. "Bro, thanks. I'll treat you to a meal later. But don't worry—after two visits, Mom definitely believes you're my 'boyfriend.' She won't call on you again."
"Bye..."
Curtis didn't crack a smile as he usually did. He simply said "Bye," then fell silent.
After descending and exiting the hospital wing, Curtis made a call. "Find out everything about Vivian Donovan—and also Lilith Whitehead."
Meanwhile, Vivian stayed with Shirley. "Mom, please don't ask Curtis to come agai

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