Chapter 415

Camille recognized Helena immediately.

After exchanging pleasantries, her gaze shifted to Audrey with a warm smile. "You must be Audrey Hartwell?"

This was their first meeting. Audrey responded politely, "Yes, that's correct."

Helena gave an approving nod. "You're quite lovely - both inside and out."

She'd been fully briefed about Audrey's condition before arriving at the medical center.

Yet rather than rushing to prescribe treatment, she preferred to assess the situation thoroughly first.

Camille and Marianne had intended to stay throughout the examination and treat her to lunch afterward.

But Helena insisted they leave, promising to contact them once she finalized the treatment plan.

"As for dining together," she told Audrey with a kind smile, "we'll have plenty of opportunities later - no need to rush."

With no other choice, Camille and Marianne departed for the time being.

After leaving the medical facility, Camille returned to her office while Marianne accompanied Helena back to the Hartwell estate.

That evening after work, Camille joined the family for dinner at the estate. Helena remained present throughout the meal.

As Helena prepared to leave afterward, she took Camille's hand gently and sighed.

She knew about the finalized divorce papers between Camille and Damien days earlier.

Since the decision was made, she wouldn't interfere. Even if she wanted to, some stubborn individuals wouldn't listen anyway.

Perhaps starting fresh was truly best for Camille after all.

With that thought, Helena simply said, "Take care of yourself, dear."

Camille nodded. "I will. You too, Grandmother."

Upon returning to the Harrington mansion, Helena froze upon seeing an unexpected visitor in the parlor.

"What are you doing here?"

Damien turned from the window. "You scolded me so harshly yesterday. I assumed you missed me."

Helena scoffed and asked the housekeeper, "When did he arrive?"

"Around six, madam. I meant to inform you, but Mr. Harrington insisted-"

"Nana!" Chloe came bounding down the staircase.

Seeing the child, Helena finally smiled.

She embraced the girl warmly. "Chloe darling, have you eaten dinner yet?"

"Papa and I already ate. What about you, Nana?"

"Yes, dear," Helena replied, though her weariness showed after the long day.

Damien noticed immediately. "I actually came to discuss something, but you're clearly exhausted. Perhaps tomorrow morning-"

Helena knew whatever he wanted would involve Selene Lancaster.

"I can't control your decisions, but spare me these discussions." Her tone turned sharp.

Chloe, witnessing her grandmother's rare irritation, asked innocently, "Nana, are you upset?"

"Just tired, sweetheart." Helena's expression softened toward the child before hardening again toward Damien. "Camille's mother is gravely ill. Were you aware?"

Even with Helena's expertise, Camille's mother's condition might be too advanced.

Damien responded evenly, "I am now."

His detached tone revealed nothing. No surprise, no concern - just the same cold indifference toward Camille's troubles.

Chloe looked up. "Hasn't Grandma Audrey been sick for a long time?"

She vaguely remembered Camille mentioning her mother's chronic illness years ago.

"Your grandmother has developed a new condition," Helena explained gently.

Then without glancing at Damien, she said coldly, "In future, keep your personal affairs to yourself. You may leave now."