No More Mrs. Nice Wife (Eleanor) novel Chapter 956

The flicker of light in Ian's eyes dimmed, swallowed once again by the bloodshot haze.

"I'll get you some water," he said, rising and walking over to the small kitchenette to pour her a glass.

Eleanor didn't take it. Ian's voice returned to its usual low tone. "The doctor said you need to stay hydrated."

She reached out and took the glass, taking a few sips. "I'm really fine. You can leave now."

Ian sat back down. "I'll leave after you've had the cardiac screening and I know for sure you're okay."

"Cardiac screening?" Eleanor frowned.

"Yes. The doctor recommended it," Ian confirmed.

Eleanor shook her head. "That's not necessary. I know my own body."

"If you knew your own body, you wouldn't have collapsed and ended up in the hospital," Ian retorted softly.

Eleanor was silenced.

"If you don't want to end up like your father, you'll do the tests and give everyone some peace of mind," Ian said, his voice low. Then, he added gently, "Evelyn needs her father, but she needs her mother, too."

His words made Eleanor stiffen. She swallowed hard and finally relented.

"Fine. I'll do it. But let's get it over with quickly. I have work to do at the lab."

The hospital promptly arranged a detailed cardiac screening for Eleanor. Ian stayed by her side the entire time, ignoring her protests that his presence wasn't necessary. By the time the series of tests was completed, it was seven in the evening.

The results would take a few days, so Eleanor decided to go home and rest.

Ian drove her home. She hadn't been back in three days. The moment she stepped through the door, Evelyn Goodwin ran into her arms with a happy cry. "Mommy, I missed you so, so much!"

"I missed you too, sweetie," Eleanor said, crouching down to her daughter's level.

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