The elderly doctor carefully explained Old Mr. Rhodes’ condition to Hayden Rhodes and Poe Vaughn. Essentially, it was fortunate that Old Mr. Rhodes maintained good health on regular days, so even though the situation was urgent, it was much better than those who were already frail with illnesses. Especially since the treatment was timely, Old Mr. Rhodes’ condition was much better than expected. However, considering his age, after this surgery, his body definitely won’t be as it was before. He needs to take great care in his recovery, and it’s crucial not to let his emotions get too agitated. In other words, Mr. Rhodes’ current situation is rather fortunate despite the misfortune, but it definitely can’t compare to the past. The doctor’s words left Hayden unsure whether to be happy or worried. Originally, a person could live to be a hundred, but because of this episode, they might only live to ninety. Isn’t that frustrating? Yet, despite this frustration, there’s no choice but to accept it, even feeling grateful for the life that was saved. "Thank you, we are truly grateful." "It’s alright, I’ll be on-site for the next few days until Mr. Rhodes’ condition is completely stable." "Okay, that’s really kind of you." Hayden Rhodes grasped the old doctor’s hand, continuously expressing his gratitude with great emotion. Poe Vaughn said nothing, and at that moment, his phone rang. He took out his phone, looked at the caller ID, and then said to Hayden, "I’ll step out to take this call." Hayden responded immediately, "Go ahead, you’ve been tied up the whole afternoon because of this." He said, stepping out of the office with his phone. The doctor watched until Poe Vaughn left and then said, "It’s also thanks to Little Poe’s grandmother for calling me, otherwise I wouldn’t have known about Mr. Rhodes’ situation." "And it’s good that Sharon called in time." Hearing this, Hayden paused, "So... it was Little Poe’s grandmother who called you?" "Yes, Sharon told me that Little Poe’s grandfather was suddenly taken to the hospital due to an illness and asked me to come and take a look, so here I am." In an instant, Hayden understood. It must have been Poe Vaughn who called the Vaughn Family’s matriarch, and she then called the doctor. To enable Mr. Rhodes to receive such prompt treatment, it’s all thanks to Poe Vaughn. Hayden’s heart was suddenly filled with complex emotions, "This kid, it’s just... I’m not sure how to express my gratitude." The old doctor, being from the same generation as Sharon Sheridan and Mr. Rhodes, naturally understood the dynamics between the two families, and he smiled, "The Vaughn Family is not a family without loyalty and integrity." Sharon Sheridan certainly isn’t, so naturally, the children she raised wouldn’t be either. For a moment, Hayden’s eyes glimmered with warmth, and he nodded, saying sincerely yet with a hint of guilt, "Yes, the Vaughn Family has always been reasonable." The matter with Poe Vaughn’s mother might have turned common people into enemies long ago, but the Vaughn Family didn’t retaliate against the Rhodes Family, they simply stopped interacting with them. According to reason, Poe Vaughn shouldn’t be associating with the Rhodes Family either, but he still came to visit Mr. Rhodes, and at a crucial time , he acted promptly to help save Mr. Rhodes’ life. It really goes to show the grace and dignity of the Vaughn Family. While Hayden and the doctor conversed, Poe Vaughn took his phone to a quiet place and answered the call, "Grandmother." "How’s it going? Has the person come out yet?" Sharon Sheridan’s voice came through with concern. Given that Sharon Sheridan had lost her own child, it would be unrealistic to say that she held no resentment towards the Rhodes Family. But she understood exceedingly well that some things were unavoidable. Years ago, Hayden Rhodes had an affair within his marriage, and after divorcing Mina Vaughn, he soon married Ronia Ackerly, the despised mistress. No matter how much Mr. Rhodes or the Rhodes Family tried to stop him, Hayden was determined to marry her. What could anyone do? There was nothing they could do. She couldn’t impose her demands on Mr. Rhodes; she could only impose expectations on her own descendants. Therefore, when Mr. Rhodes wanted to bring Poe Vaughn to the Rhodes Family to be raised, under no circumstances would she agree. With a woman like that married to Hayden, even if Mr. Rhodes disowned him, blood ties are inseparable. It’s impossible not to interact at all. If Poe Vaughn were raised in the Rhodes Family, who knows what might happen? On this matter, Sharon Sheridan was adamant, and reality proved her approach right. Fortunately, Poe Vaughn wasn’t raised with the Rhodes Family, otherwise, who knows how he would have turned out? But that’s another matter, and now that Poe Vaughn is grown, and Mr. Rhodes didn’t wrong the Vaughn Family, Poe should indeed go see his grandfather. In a situation like today, it’s only right for Poe to come, and even call her, for it wasn’t wrong. She agreed with Poe’s actions. Now, several hours had passed, and Sharon Sheridan hadn’t had any updates, so she called to inquire. It’s something to be asked about. "He’s out, the treatment was timely, and he’s out of danger." With a brief explanation of the situation, a load seemed to lift off Sharon Sheridan’s mind, "That’s good. I trust your Grandpa Nan’s medical skills. With him there, your grandfather will be fine." "Alright then, I won’t keep you busy any longer." Sharon Sheridan was about to end the call but suddenly thought of something, "Little Poe." Poe waited for Sharon to hang up, planning to disconnect once she did. At that moment, Sharon’s voice caught his attention, and he spoke up, "I’m here." "Have you mentioned this to Ava?" Holding the phone, with the other hand in his pocket, his fingers fiddled with the candy in there. Hearing what Sharon asked, his thumb moved a bit, brushing against the candy, and he replied, "Not yet." "Hmm, don’t tell her first. The Rhodes Family has a lot on their plate right now, and Ava is quite pure-hearted. Avoid unnecessary troubles and don’t mention this to her for now." "Wait until your grandfather wakes up and you all have time, then take Ava to visit him." "Alright, that’s all I wanted to say." Sharon didn’t say much else and ended the call. The busy tone followed, and Poe put down his phone. He checked the time; it was already 4:31. The entire afternoon had thus passed. His thumb moved slightly, opening the contact list, and he dialed a number, "Pick up Mrs. Vaughn at five o’clock." Putting down the phone, he gazed at the sky outside. The sky was still bright, with the sun high above, casting brilliant light over the earth, retaining the heat. Everything appeared as unchanged as any other day. Poe’s eyes narrowed slightly, an icy glint fleeting within them. He turned and walked forward. Five o’clock, Celeste. Ava Sterling finished her class on time and left the training room, heading straight to the elevator, and then walked out of the building. Poe Vaughn had left at noon, while she was having class at home, and after class ended at 1:30, she went to the company, spending the afternoon teaching new models how to walk the runway. She hadn’t forgotten that Poe Vaughn mentioned he’d pick her up in the afternoon, so as soon as class was over, she left the company without delay. She didn’t want to waste time, nor did she want to keep Poe waiting. However, when the car door opened and she got in, there was no sign of Poe Vaughn inside. 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