Hannah left the hospital lobby, accompanied by Edward, who walked behind her. As she was about to get into the car, she turned around. Something was bothering her.

"Wasn't Mr. Maxim the one who financed my father's treatment?" asked Hannah.

Edward remained silent, only bowing his head, not daring to look at Hannah.

"I need an explanation, Edward. Do you think you can trick me? Do you know how it feels when your father-in-law doesn't consider you his daughter-in-law?"

"I apologize, Mrs. Hannah," Edward replied.

"Please explain it to me, Edward."

Finally, Edward looked at Hannah and there was a hint of sadness in his eyes. "Mr. Alden paid for...