Carla felt sorry for making Dr. Feroma run around with her, especially at his old age.
Still, it would be far worse to leave him and Daemon's children at the manor while she traveled to Pillere alone; after all, her relationship with the Laurents was, at best, strained.
Lucas was as loving as ever toward her, but Carl and Lisa had begun to behave differently around her.
Carla knew that Daemon's continued absence as the wedding approached complicated matters.
Carl and Lisa had probably begun to assume that Daemon's agreement to the marriage was no more than a safety net for Carla and her children.
They might even be beating themselves up for allying with the wrong family now that the Lierger Corporation was in trouble while the Giblo Group had successfully made a comeback.
If the Lierger Corporation toppled, they would have nowhere to turn to after Lisa's irredeemable behavior toward Zayn.
They would have lost more than they had expected.
While Carl and Lisa's behavior was understandable, it spoke volumes about their lack of compassion.
Carla could not believe how she had ever thought of Lucas' family as noble and sincere people. I must've been blind.
She went to the loft to tell Dr. Feroma about her plans to go to Pillere.
He seemed confused as he asked, "Aren't you and Sir Lucas getting married in three days? Why are you heading to Pillere early? Did something happen?"
Carla knew she would eventually have to come clean about her motives. "To tell you the truth, Zayn came by a couple of days ago and brought our children away. I'd like to talk to him in Pillere about it."
"All right." Dr. Feroma smiled in response. "I'm always in this loft preparing medicine when I'm not treating anyone, and I've been sorely unaware of the happenings in the manor."
She eked out regretfully, "I'm sorry for forcing you to travel again, Dr. Feroma. After I've settled things in Pillere, I promise I'll send you home."
"Are there direct flights from Arkfield? I can fly back myself." Dr. Feroma had been planning on returning home for a while now.
"You're thinking of leaving now? But I haven't been able to thank you properly for your service yet, " Carla said uneasily.
The doctor merely smiled and replied, "There's plenty of time for that. You and Venus have almost recovered, so there's no need for me to stay any longer."
Just then, his thoughts drifted to Zayn. "I do recall Zayn falling sick some time ago. Is he feeling better now?"
Clueless about his illness, Carla answered, "He lost a lot of weight when I saw him last, though he seemed to be in good spirits. I guess he has recovered."
"That's wonderful." Dr. Feroma nodded before adding, "I'll get going then; the two of you have almost completed your courses of medication anyway. Please feel free to visit me in Phoenix City if you require my services in the future."
"Okay, I'll handle your travel arrangements right away."
Carla had Rogan hire a private jet for Dr. Feroma. There were no routes directly connecting Arkfield to Phoenix City, and upon further discussion, Dr. Feroma decided to transit in Aymo City.
He wanted to pay his respects to the late Chad Wigston and visit some friends. He also insisted that flying home from Aymo City afterward would not be a hassle.
Carla assigned two bodyguards and two maids to accompany Dr. Feroma, Sam, and Hapilia to the airport. She instructed them to take care of the doctor and ensure his safe return to his home in Phoenix City.
After settling Dr. Feroma's travel arrangements, Carla was ready to depart for Pillere with Daemon's kids in tow.
Her convoy began approaching the gates of the manor, only to be stopped a moment later by bodyguards from the Laurent family. "Apologies, Ms. Lierger, but you cannot leave the manor without Sir Carl and Lady Lisa's permission."
Carla was furious. They must've told their staff that only Dr. Feroma was allowed to leave.
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