Never Late, Never Away (Vivian and Finnick)
Chapter 2202

Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2202

"It'll be fine, Lucius. She just needs some rest. Don't worry." Dustin ruffled the boy's hair affectionately.

"Okay, Mr. Dustin, I trust you." Lucius flashed a grin in response.

Larry had witnessed the entire exchange.

Why did he send Lucius home? Where is Joan and Ms. Young? He hurried toward the gate.

Soon, the car drove away as Lucius walked into the yard. Larry stared at the car before walking into the yard.

"Lucius!"

"Dad, you're finally back!" The boy threw himself into Larry's arms.

"What's wrong? Did you cry? Your eyes are swollen. Did someone bully you?" Larry asked, the concern in his voice evident. He reached out to pinch the boy's cheeks.

"Dad, you have no idea how scared I was. Grandma fell asleep on the couch and we couldn't wake her up. Mom was scared, so she called Mr. Dustin..." The boy proceeded to explain everything to him.

"What happened then? How is she now? Is she alright?" Larry immediately picked him up.

"She's fine, Dad. That's why Mr. Dustin gave me a ride home."

I can't believe she called Dustin instead of me. Disappointment engulfed Larry's heart.

He thought Joan would turn to him for help, but clearly, he was no longer her first choice.

"Dad, what's wrong? Do you feel unwell? You look pale," came Lucius' concerned voice.

"It's nothing. Lucius, it's time for you to go to bed. You have school tomorrow, remember?" Larry ruffled his hair and reminded him.

He decided to take care of Lucius that night and visit Delilah the next morning.

"Alright. Good night, Dad!" Lucius ran into his bedroom obediently.

When Larry took his phone out, he realized that Joan had called him earlier.

Could it be that I missed her call? Ah, I must have been too busy at work to hear my phone vibrate.

The next morning, warm sunshine filled the house. Lucius rolled over and struggled to get up. "Dad, I'm ready. Don't forget to visit Grandma today," Lucius took Larry's hand and reminded him. "Got it, don't worry. Remember to sleep early tonight." Larry bent down and patted Lucius' head. Arriving at the hospital, the place was crowded as usual.

"Mr. Norton, you're here!" A doctor hurried over to greet him. "Are you here to visit Ms. Young?"

"Yes. Which ward is she in now?" asked Larry.

When he walked into the ward, Delilah was lying in bed with her eyes closed. She was hooked on an IV drip, and Joan was dozing on the side of the bed with Dustin's jacket covering her body. As for Dustin, he was snoring lightly on the couch.

The very scene stung Larry's eyes. As expected, Dustin came back here. He was worried about Joan.

Probably hearing the footsteps, Joan woke up. She stretched lazily and opened her eyes slowly. "Huh? You're here," Joan rose to her feet hastily.

She nearly toppled onto the ground in her haste. Luckily, Larry held her and smoothed her fringe gently. "When did you arrive? Have you eaten? I'll buy some breakfast for you." Joan made to leave the room.

"Don't go anywhere. Rest right here. I'll go," said Larry as he patted Joan's shoulder.

Meanwhile, Dustin had been awake for some time, but he refused to look at the couple acting lovey-dovey. As such, he kept his eyes shut and pretended to be asleep.