Chapter 986: Let Her Be

While Sonny informed Sonya of Lucian's illness, Sonya, despite a recent argument with him, decided to visit her son.

Upon seeing Sonya, Catalina hesitated, remembering their last quarrel. Unsure whether to allow Sonya upstairs, she watched as Sonya ignored her hesitation and asked, "Is Lucian in his room?" Catalina nodded. "He's not feeling well and is resting." Before she could elaborate, Sonya impatiently interrupted, "My son is ill. As his mother, I want to see him."

Sonya ascended the stairs, Catalina awkwardly following.

Lucian, hearing a knock, assumed it was Catalina. "Come in," he murmured. His mother's voice then filled the room. "I heard from Dr. Elswick you're sick. How are you feeling?"

Lucian turned, watching as Sonya approached his bed, sat down, and frowned. "Dr. Elswick says it's from overwork, and that something's bothering you. Is it Roxanne? What makes her worth your worry? She left six years ago without a word. Did she ever consider your feelings?"

Lucian, avoiding a confrontation, replied, "You're overthinking. I'm tired. I want a nap." He closed his eyes, ignoring her.

Sonya's anger flared at his evasion. "It's not that I don't care about your health; the cause of your illness is unacceptable!"

He opened his eyes. "If you care, let me rest."

Seeing his illness, Sonya suppressed her anger. Glaring, she stood. "I'll have Aubree look after you. Don't send her away." She left.

Catalina felt the tension between mother and son. Despite this, she respectfully saw Sonya out.

Returning upstairs, she considered suggesting a reconciliation, but remembering Sonya's animosity toward Roxanne, she remained silent.

Lucian was already sitting up, working. Catalina's heart sank. "Mr. Farwell, you should rest."

He looked up. "That's not necessary. I've slept enough."

Knowing she couldn't persuade him, she fell silent. Then, hesitantly, "Mrs. Farwell said she'd send Ms. Pearson. When she comes..." She trailed off, unsure whether to admit or dismiss her.

Lucian understood. After a pause, he said, "Let her be." He silently acknowledged his mother's displeasure and the potential repercussions of further conflict with her.

Relieved, Catalina left.