Chapter 109. Uncle Jeremy Likes Ava

"Let me contact the hospital. The doctor will definitely ask about my mother's condition. I know better," Ava said without meeting Jeremy's gaze. Then, before Jeremy answered, she nodded. "Please look after my mother."

With her head bowed, she walked out. Jeremy could only stare at her back while breathing heavily.

"What really happened between this mother and daughter?" he mused.

Out of the corner of his eye, Jeremy studied the thin woman. After a moment of silence, he pulled a chair and sat beside the bed.

"Hello, Mrs. Connor. How are you feeling?"

The woman moved her eyes towards Jeremy. Worried that she was having trouble looking at him, Jeremy adjusted the mattress angle.

"You may be wondering who I am and where you are. If you don’t mind, let me introduce myself and tell you a little story."

Mrs. Connor's brows frowned slightly. However, the twinkle in her eye signaled Jeremy not to stop.

"I'm Jeremy Harper. You're currently at m