While Chuck was deep in contemplation, his phone began to vibrate in his pocket. Upon checking, he discovered it was a call from his mother-in-law. "I swear this family will drive me to my wit's end," he muttered. "Should I answer? What could she possibly want? Is she inquiring about her daughter, whom I myself cannot locate?"Meanwhile, at home, Yvonne was becoming increasingly agitated as each moment passed without her call being answered.
At this moment, Chuck arrived at the pharmacy and was standing in line awaiting his turn for service.A male voice called out, indicating that Chuck was next, prompting him to approach the counter to collect his medication. "Hello," greeted the pharmacist."May I have your name?" "I am Chuck, Chuck Wallen," he replied. "Are you related to the Wallen Millers?" inquired the pharmacist. "No, I am not familiar with them," Chuck responded. The Millers were recognized as one of the five wealthiest families in Baltimore, yet Chuck had never heard of them.
As you wish," responded the pharmacist. "Have you visited the laboratory?" she inquired. "No," Chuck replied with a nod. "According to my records, you are scheduled for several blood tests at the lab." "Understood.Could you please direct me to the lab?"he requested."Just proceed straight and take a left; you'll find a sign on the door," she indicated..
As Chuck proceeded towards the laboratory, the pharmacist took a moment to call a number on his phone. "Good day, sir. This is Ambrose. Have you located my grandson?"inquired the voice on the other end."Mr. Wallen, I cannot confirm if he is the individual you seek. However, a young man has just exited the pharmacy and is en route to the laboratory. I will have the results shortly," replied Ambrose. "Thank you," concluded Mr. Wallen on the call.
While en route to the laboratory, Chuck chose to contact his mother-in-law to inquire about her needs. After dialing the number, the call connected moments later, only to have him greeted with, "Where are you, you good-for-nothing fool?" Chuck quickly pulled the phone away from his ear, unable to tolerate the volume of his mother-in-law's exclamation. "I'm at the hospital; I haven't been feeling well," he replied.
I am indifferent to your current condition; your presence is required here. Should you fail to arrive within the next minute, I advise you to secure a place for rest? Chuck intended to respond, but the call was abruptly terminated. He contemplated, which affliction plagues this family? I find myself pondering the misdeeds of my past life, for it seems this family serves as my retribution.
Upon arriving at the laboratory, Chuck was promptly attended to by the lab technician. Following his visit, he proceeded to the pharmacy to collect his medication. After receiving the medicine, Chuck quickly exited the premises and made his way to the parking lot, unbeknownst to him that his blood was being utilized for a DNA analysis.
After completing the test, the pharmacist promptly contacted Mr. Miller, and the call was established quickly. "Good afternoon, sir," Ambrose began, "the DNA results are available, and Chuck has been confirmed as the young master; the match is a complete 100%.How would you like me to proceed?"Mr. Miller replied, "Please refrain from taking any further action; I will handle it from this point forward.
Chuck contemplated his next steps: Should he return home to endure the criticisms from his mother-in-law? But then again, what other option did he have? It seemed imperative to confront the situation and take care of the insults, as he was utterly exhausted and in need of rest. However, he paused to wonder, where could Allison be? Could it be that she had already arrived home, which was prompting her mother's calls? He resolved to attempt to reach her once more, hopeful that she would answer this time.
Chuck attempted to reach his wife by phone once more, but the call was promptly redirected to voicemail. "I am at my wit's end," he quietly expressed to himself."I must hurry home, even though that place resembles a menacing cave that consumes individuals and discards their remains; unfortunately, I have no alternative destination.
What led my son to leave with his family and never return home? I understand that my actions contributed to his departure, yet I could have facilitated his marriage to the woman he loved. As a result, I have lost both my son and his spouse, but fortunately, their child has survived, despite lacking knowledge of his parents' background. Ultimately, it is a relief to know that he is alive, and I have finally located him. Mr. Miller was deep in contemplation.
However, how will he react to the news of his father's passing? Death is an unforgiving force, having taken my son. Upon Chuck's return home, his mother-in-law had instructed the servant to inform her immediately of his arrival. The servant promptly rushed to notify Allison's mother. "Go and call him to see me at once," she commanded. Chuck proceeded to speak with his mother-in-law as soon as the servant conveyed that he had been summoned.
Upon Chuck's return to the house, he discovered that his son was already asleep and found his mother-in-law awaiting his arrival. She inquired, "Where have you been? Were you out being unfaithful to my daughter? Do you not possess any manners after all we have done for you? Is this how you choose to repay us, by deceiving my daughter, you thoughtless individual?
I intend to advise my daughter to pursue a divorce from you, as I fail to understand what my late father saw in you.However, I question why I should be the one to end my marriage. Chuck mentioned that he had been unwell and hospitalized; he was not unfaithful to Allison, despite her feelings toward him. He genuinely loves her and has made efforts to demonstrate that, but it seems you are unwilling to acknowledge it. He assures me that he would never betray her trust.
In fact, I am quite uncertain of her whereabouts during the day.I dropped her off at work, but upon arriving, I discovered that she was not scheduled to be on duty this evening.Can you provide any information on her location?"Chuck inquired."Please, refrain from interrogating me; I am fully aware of my daughter's whereabouts, and it is not something I wish to discuss with you.