?Chapter 85:


    Katelyn instinctively turned around.


    Neil stood there in a ck suit. It had been a while since they had seen each other. He looked as sharp as ever, yet… Upon spotting him, a look of disgust briefly crossed Katelyn’s face.


    Neil had been bothering her persistently, like a fly she couldn’t swat away. Despite her attempts to hide in the hospital, he had tracked her down.


    Vincent remained calm, giving Neil a silent,manding nce.


    Neil’s fists were clenched, his expression stern. He had clearly noticed Vincent holding Katelyn’s hand tightly.


    What could possibly justify such closeness during their conversation?


    Katelyn pulled her hand away, her irritation undisguised.


    “Why should that concern you?”


    Neil was taken aback by her blunt question. His expression darkened even more. He stepped forward, noticing the ointment in Vincent’s hand.


    Had Vincent just been applying ointment to Katelyn?


    Frustration red in Neil’s eyes. Did Katelyn not have her own hands? Why did she need Vincent’s assistance with the ointment?


    Vincent’s gaze hardened as he faced Neil.


    “Mr. Wheeler, what brings you here?”


    “I came to see Katelyn.”


    At this, Neil’s frustration deepened. He had been barred by security at Katelyn’s residence previously, forcing him to purchase an apartment nearby just to see her. Yet, he hadn’t anticipated Katelyn moving away. Worse still, she always seemed to be with Vincent.


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    Disdain and coldness were evident in Katelyn’s beautiful gaze.


    She stared at Neil and frowned. “I have nothing to say to you.”


    “I need to talk to you.”


    Casting a wary look at Vincent, Neil stepped closer, reaching for Katelyn’s wrist.


    “Let’s step outside to talk.”


    Katelyn quickly stepped back, dodging his hand, her frown deepening. “Didn’t you understand what I said? Should I spell it out for you?”


    Neil struggled to maintain hisposure, his voice strained but controlled. “Katelyn, what I have to say is important. Come outside with me first.”


    Katelyn’s annoyance was evident as she remained silent. In the morning, Lise and Sharon had stirred up trouble, and now Neil had shown up. When would she finally be free of them?


    With a stern expression, Neil reached out again to grasp Katelyn’s wrist.


    At that moment, a chilling voice intervened.


    “Whatever you have to say, say it here. Miss Bailey does not wish to go outside with you.”


    Vincent’s voice was indifferent, but the sudden burst of his imposing and cold aura made people tremble with fear. Even Neil couldn’t withstand it and took a step back.


    Clenching his teeth, Neil said stubbornly, “Mr. Adams, this is a personal matter between me and Katelyn.” Normally, he wouldn’t dare confront Vincent like this. Neil had always treated Vincent with respect, but now his anger was getting the better of him.


    Katelyn raised her hand, pulled out a disinfectant wipe, and vigorously cleaned her wrist. Vincent hadn’t really touched her, but she still felt sick.


    She tossed the wipe into the trash with force, as if discarding Neil himself. Disgust was evident in her eyes.


    To her, Neil was no more than trash.


    Once done, Katelyn looked directly at Neil and said with clear disgust, “I’ll say this once more. I don’t want to see you right now.”


    “You!” Neil was seething, yet he restrained his anger, remembering why he hade.


    Vincent’smanding presence filled the room, heavy like a weight pressing down on Neil.


    Vincent’s patience wore thin, and he dismissed Neil bluntly.


    “If there’s nothing you have to say, Mr. Wheeler, please.”


    Neil’s expression darkened. In a desperate move, before Katelyn could react, he grabbed her arm, insisting firmly,


    “Come outside with me!”


    “You!”


    Just as Katelyn was about to demand that he release her, she noticed Vincent beginning to rise. Wanting to avoid a confrontation on her behalf, she said,


    “I’ll return after a brief moment.”


    Vincent gave a nod, respecting her decision.


    Once outside, Katelyn quickly freed herself from Neil’s grip and halted.


    “If you have something to say, say it now!”


    Neil’s face was contorted with frustration, veins bulging as he red at her and questioned,


    “The Bailey family is facing a major crisis. As a family member, why aren’t you helping? Don’t you realize that if this isn’t resolved, Jeff could end up in jail?”


    Katelyn scoffed dismissively. “Do you even hear yourself?” She had anticipated this line of questioning. No doubt Lise had been quick to share her woes with Neil. As expected, Neil was quick to confront her.


    Neil stared at her with sharp eyes.


    “Do you not see the difference between right and wrong? You’re part of their family. Are you worried they might not repay you or what? This could be your chance to reconnect with them. Don’t be so ungrateful.”


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