Substitute Bride: Utterly Pampered by Her Billionaire Husband-Chapter 1167: Let Her See Him Once

Dianna raised her head, gazing out at the world beyond the window. Her delicate face carried a pale hue. Her skin was so fair that one could faintly see the small blood vessels beneath. She looked up at the blue sky and white clouds with a devout posture, perhaps longing for someone.

Leah’s heart suddenly ached; she already knew what had happened with Jodie. As a daughter, she understood the difficulties Dianna faced in this situation. Her brother, Mort, was not by her side.

After collecting herself, Leah raised her hand and knocked on the door, "Dianna, it’s me."

Dianna’s voice soon came from inside, "Leah, come in."

Leah pushed the door open and entered, "Dianna, I’ve made some chicken soup for you. Drink some while it’s hot."

Dianna returned to her bed and gave a faint smile, "Leah, just leave it there for now. I’ll drink it when I get hungry later."

These days, Dianna had been very obedient. She listened to Serena and followed her advice to take medicine, get injections, and eat, though her appetite was small.

Just then, the melodious chime of a phone sounded; Dianna received a call.

Dianna pressed the button to answer, and it was a teacher from the school, "Dianna, the school is in an uproar over your situation these days. Please come to school as soon as possible to explain the matter with that big shot from Starfall City!"

"Dianna, do you know what everyone is saying about you? It’s said that this big shot from Starfall City is well into his forties. What is a young girl like you doing with him? And the worst part is, this big shot is already married. How could you interfere with someone else’s family and be a homewrecker?"

"This matter has severely affected the school. The education bureau is putting pressure on us to sternly handle the situation and rectify the malicious behavior on campus. You’re about to graduate. At this rate, forget about graduating; we may have to expel you." The teacher’s agitated voice was clearly heard by Leah due to the quietness of the ward; Dianna was known as the first ice beauty of City of Crestfall and exceptionally outstanding in school. The principal and mentors all valued her and hoped she would stay, but who would have thought these rumors would spread so widely, leaving everyone disappointed in Dianna.

"I’m sorry, Teacher," Dianna said softly.

"It’s too late for apologies now; you should think about how to salvage this situation." The teacher hung up directly.

The whole ward fell into a deathly silence and oppression. Leah stepped forward and held Dianna’s cold hand, "Dianna, are you okay?"

Dianna gave a faint smile, "Leah, I’m fine. I’m going out for some air."

Dianna walked out.

Leah didn’t feel comfortable leaving Dianna alone, so she followed her.

Just as she stepped into the corridor, Leah saw Dianna surrounded by people ahead, who pointed at her.

"Look, this is the renowned first ice beauty of City of Crestfall, the runaway bride from a while ago, Dianna."

"Have you heard? She got involved with a big shot from Starfall City. That big shot isn’t just old enough to be her father; he’s also married. She’s become a homewreaker."

"Oh my, has she gone mad or blind? The Crown Prince of the Thatcher family is a great catch; many girls dream of marrying into their family as the young mistress. But she chose to be a mistress?"

"Who knows, nowadays girls have chaotic and playful private lives, with no sense of integrity. Maybe this big shot has some exceptional charms that enchant our ice beauty into a daze, confusing her wholly."...

Everyone looked at Dianna with judgmental eyes, pointing and whispering. Some unsavory types started having inappropriate thoughts, leering at her pretty face and graceful figure.

Leah immediately got furious and wanted to drive all these people away.

But before she could, Dianna left. Dianna’s expression was calm and indifferent as if she hadn’t taken their words to heart.

Dianna was about to turn, but she paused because she saw Jodie in front of her.

Jodie had obviously heard everything the people said; her worst fears had come true.

"Mom," Dianna quickly approached. Jodie hadn’t let her in recently, and Dianna was very concerned about her mother’s health, "Mom, how are you feeling?"

Jodie’s face was pale. She glanced at Dianna’s hospital outfit and frowned, "What’s wrong with you? Why are you hospitalized too?"

"I... caught a cold..." she replied.

"Where’s Cain? You’re sick and hospitalized, he’s not here. You’re being pointed at and criticized, he’s not around?"

"He..." she started.

"Oh, I forgot, he’s in prison now and can’t come. You sympathize with his situation, willing to bear everything alone, but the daughter I raised won’t let others humiliate and trample on her. I know to care about you. Any relationship without mutual effort is extremely cheap!" Jodie sneered coldly and turned back into her room.

"Mom!"

With a "bang," Jodie directly shut the door, locking it; clearly, she didn’t want to see Dianna.

Dianna faced a closed door, standing alone at the ward entrance. Her eyes turned red as she called out, "Mom..."

Sorry.

As a daughter, she truly was sorry.

She didn’t know how much longer she had to live. Her father, after divorcing, never remarried. He dedicated his brief life to his beliefs. When he was alive, he said, Dianna, your mother has had a hard life. She’s most afraid of loneliness. So in the future, you must stay by her side; she’s the one who loves you most in this world, the best mom.

She felt deeply sorry, unable to fulfill her father’s last wish.

Dianna lowered her head, large tears falling down like stones. The gossip outside didn’t hurt her at all, but only those closest and dearest could strike her dead on.

...

Leah stood at a distance, watching Dianna cry in front of her mom’s door. Her eyes were red.

At that moment, a large hand brushed the top of her head, and Leah looked up; Justin Xavier had arrived.

"What’s the matter?" Justin asked gently.

Leah reached out, hugging Justin’s waist and burying herself in his embrace, "Let Dianna see my brother."

Justin pursed his lips, "But... Dianna’s current health condition doesn’t allow her to be discharged, and your brother is still imprisoned. He has some important tasks..."

"Dianna hasn’t gotten better staying in the hospital, and as for my brother, isn’t Dianna his responsibility too?" Leah questioned.

Justin understood. He embraced Leah’s shoulder, "Alright, I’ll arrange it."

Leah nodded, "Dianna’s mom is a good mother. Some people... once they miss the most important moments in your life, they’re bound to miss out forever. How could my brother miss this moment?"