Not A Small-Town Girl
Chapter 22-2

Chapter 22-2

Howard jumped in to steer the conversation elsewhere. "David, have you eaten breakfast?"

David nodded. "Yeah, I have."

"Why don’t you join Danielle for a little something anyway?" Howard suggested.

"Sure," David agreed without hesitation.

The Darling family’s breakfast spread was both hearty and diverse. As they sat down, David barely touched his own plate, instead quietly placing food onto Danielle’s.

He watched her eat with an almost indulgent look. Danielle ate whatever was in front of her. Her small bites made her resemble an adorable squirrel, her cheeks puffed slightly as she chewed.

From the sidelines, Audrey watched the scene, her jealousy so intense it felt like it might burst out of her. She clenched her fists, wishing she could wipe the smile off Danielle’s face.

Meanwhile, over at St. Katherine’s Hospital in room 809, Logan anxiously checked the time again, urging his butler Woody to see if David had arrived. He was practically buzzing with excitement.

David had promised to bring his fiancée today-the same young woman who had performed Logan’s surgery. The anticipation kept Logan up all night.

Woody sighed, "Mr. Charrington, you’ve just had surgery. You need to take it easy."

But Logan could barely contain his excitement. For once, David had done something he could genuinely be proud of.

Back at the Darling family home, Audrey suddenly broke the silence. "Danielle, are you planning to visit Logan at the hospital? I’ve been worried about him. Can I tag along?"

Danielle didn’t even look up, calmly sipping her milk and continuing to eat the food David had placed on her plate.

Audrey, undeterred, continued, "I’m free today. I could go with you. If there’s anything you’re unsure about, I’d be happy to help."

Finally, Danielle glanced at her, her tone cool. "David’s right here. If you’re so eager to see his grandfather, why not ask him?"

Audrey flushed with embarrassment but tried to maintain her composure. "Danielle, are you saying you don’t want me to go?"

Danielle turned to David with a playful smile. "What do you think?"

David smiled back, clearly amused by her response. "I don’t agree," he said firmly.

Audrey bit her lip, her face clouded with frustration. ’Danielle’s dodging the question, making David look like the bad guy. What a petty move, she thought.

Vivian chimed in, her tone gentle but clear, "Audrey, it’s probably not the best idea for you to go. Why don’t you spend the day shopping with your friends instead?"