Chapter 168 Who Can Compare?

• Old Madam Creed's deliberate and confident tone caused the doctor, who was about to continue commending Isabella, to abruptly cease. Her words served as a silent rebuke, leaving everyone in the room feeling a sharp pang of embarrassment. Isabella, in particular, now wore a strained smile, her confidence momentarily shaken. This public dismissal seemed to cast doubt on her credibility as Dr. Nameless.
• Under normal circumstances, Isabella would have "tactfully" declined further treatment. However, Old Madam Creed was no ordinary patient. She was the esteemed Creed family's matriarch, and their family was of equal status to the Wellingtons. Isabella couldn't risk offending her.
• "Mom, you must be confused. You don't have a granddaughter-in-law," Macie interjected, trying to ease the tension. She continued, "Do you want Izzy to be your granddaughter-in-law? I reckon it's a possibility. Dalton's old enough to tie the knot now. They'd be a perfect fit."