Chapter 194 Meeting the Wrong Person
Ashley had a 24-hour flight from Aivalia to Ferndale. Meanwhile, Ethan had a rough time.
He got a high fever that turned into severe pneumonia and ended up in the ER. He fell into a coma and missed everything that happened next.
Ethan's team was stressed about not finding a business partner. But after Ashley called Chloe, Chloe stepped in to help.
Once they struck a deal, the factory worked nonstop. Since the shoes were custom-made, they took their time to get every detail right, finishing on the third day.
Ashley landed in Ferndale that afternoon.
Chloe was waiting for her at the exit.
"Welcome back, Ashley!" Chloe greeted warmly.
"Why are you in a wheelchair? What happened?" Ashley asked.
Samantha and Pauline were with Ashley.
Pauline quickly intervened, "Her hand's almost healed. Don't get too excited and hurt her again."
"Who are you?" Chloe asked, eyeing Pauline.
"Just call me Pauline," she replied coolly.
Chloe looked impressed. "Welcome, Pauline."
Pauline raised an eyebrow.
Samantha chuckled and whispered to Pauline, "You know Ferndalian?"
"Of course, Ashley taught me," Pauline said, looking at Ashley.
Samantha looked a bit jealous, clearly wishing Ashley would teach her too.
Ashley sighed and shook her head.
Chloe said, "Ashley, the shoes will be ready this afternoon. Don't worry."
"I still want to check the factory," Ashley said.
"Sure, I'll take you," Chloe replied.
Chloe pushed Ashley's wheelchair as they toured the factory. The shoemakers were skilled, and Ashley felt relieved.
"Ashley, the shoes are almost done," Chloe said.
"Thanks, Chloe," Ashley replied.
"Don't mention it. Since you're here, let's discuss design stuff later," Chloe suggested.
"Of course," Ashley agreed.
Just then, Ashley's phone rang.
"Samantha, it's Diannel," Ashley said.
Samantha took the call.
"Hello, Mrs. Yates. I heard you're in Ferndale?"
"Yes," Ashley replied.
"Great, you should come see Mr. Yates. He's been unconscious for two days..."
"What happened?" Ashley asked, alarmed.
"Ethan's having a severe pneumonia."
"Send me the hospital address. I'll be there right away."
After hanging up, Ashley turned to Chloe. "Sorry, Chloe. Ethan's in the ER. Can we talk later?"
Chloe, though disappointed, said, "Of course. Taking care of Mr. Yates is more important."
Ashley appreciated Chloe's understanding and decided to share some design tips later.
Samantha, however, noticed a fleeting malice in Chloe's eyes. After they left, she asked, "Ashley, is Chloe really reliable?"
Ashley, focused on Ethan, replied, "Samantha, are you overthinking? Without Chloe, Ethan might not have found a factory."
Samantha nodded, thinking maybe she was being petty.
They arrived at the hospital.
Ethan lay pale on the bed, looking like a sleeping prince.
Ashley stood by, heartbroken. "Ethan, you always get sick here..."
Ignoring her injured hand, she touched his cheek and kissed his brow. "Ethan, don't worry. I'll help you get through this..."
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