I Slept with My Boss and Ran Away
Chapter 363: Fiona's Death and His Involvement

Bianca was the first to step out, leaving Chloe puzzled as to why Bianca would let the matter drop so easily. Chloe followed Bianca outside, continuing to press her, "Bianca, what's the matter with you? Joy is so badly hurt, and you won't even say a word?"

"That's what she deserves," Bianca replied sternly. "I've already said, let's end this here. No more talk about it, and no more stirring up trouble."

Chloe looked at Bianca in disbelief. "You're just going to let it go like that? She lost two fingers, and you saw it yourself. She's disabled now. How is she supposed to face anyone?"

"I did what I could to save her life. That's all I could do," Bianca said. "Chloe, we both need to think about why Joy ended up like this. Besides, she's my daughter now, and I won't neglect her. If you can't stand it, go back to Europe, or you take over as her mother. I'm done."

Bianca was clearly furious, knowing that if she didn't keep Chloe in check, more trouble would arise. Hearing this, Chloe felt both guilty and angry, particularly unsettled.

Was her secret about being Joy Chaucer's biological mother discovered by Bianca?

Bianca's last remark silenced Chloe. Holding back her anger, the two of them waited outside the corridor.

About an hour later, Joy Chaucer's wounds were treated. "Since we couldn't find her fingers, we couldn't reattach them. If they're found soon, there might still be a chance," the doctor said.

When they had brought Joy in, they only mentioned that her fingers were severed, but the fingers were nowhere to be seen.

"Thank you," Bianca said with no further comment.

Soon, Joy Chaucer was returned to her hospital room. In addition to her fingers, she had internal injuries from being constricted by a python and falling from a height. She was also in shock and remained silent. Chloe, worried sick, kept talking to Joy. "Joy, say something, please. It's Chloe. Don't scare us."

Joy remained silent, looking dazed.

Seeing this, Bianca felt a tug at her heartstrings and said, "Chloe, you stay and look after her. I need to step out for a bit."

Bianca intentionally made an excuse to leave, giving Chloe and Joy some space.

Once Bianca left, Chloe took Joy's hand, her eyes red, "Joy, you've suffered so much. Don't be afraid, it's all over now."

Joy's eyes moved, and she came back to her senses. In fact, her silence was also because Bianca was present, and she was afraid to speak up.

"Chloe, Terrence Sterling and the others know about my background now," Joy said in a panic. "What do I do? My mom will find out eventually, and she'll drive me away. I'll have nothing left."

"Don't worry," Chloe comforted her. "I'm here, and no one can kick you out of the Chaucer family. You were brought back by me, and you will be the future heir of the Chaucer family."

"Chloe," Joy found some solace and cried in Chloe's arms. "It was terrifying, Chloe. Terrence Sterling unleashed a huge snake, and I almost got eaten."

That short time at the north villa was an absolute nightmare for Joy.

"Don't be scared, it's all okay now," Chloe reassured her. "Your mom said the Sterling family won't pursue this further. Just focus on healing for now. Today's ordeal, I'll avenge for you. The loss of your fingers, the Sterling family will pay." Chloe's expression was fierce, her teeth clenched as if ready to devour her enemies.

...

At Merrydale Estate.

When Terrence Sterling got home, Meredith was drowsily asleep again.

Her fever was subsiding. She felt the bed sink behind her, knowing he had returned. He was cool to the touch, having showered to wash off the blood.

Meredith didn't ask anything, just clenched his hand tightly. The matter of Terrence settling scores with Joy Chaucer was not brought up again.

Life returned to normal in the following days, with Grandma Sterling being discharged from the hospital after half a month.

Meredith had heard bits and pieces about Joy Chaucer, who was now resting at home, behaving much more calmly.

After this incident, Joy always wore gloves, using prosthetic fingers to hide her disfigurement.

As for Fiona's case, Liam Michaelson had found no leads. The police informed Meredith that Fiona's body could now be collected.

The funeral arrangements were handled by Justin alone.

At Fiona's grave, onlyMeredith and Justin were present. Meredith, expressionless, placed a bouquet on Fiona's grave. Suddenly, Justin asked, "Meredith, have you ever suspected that Fiona's death might be related to Terrence Sterling?"