An Elaborate Hoax (A Gentlemen of Worth book 5)
“Dr. Harding released his patient’s wrist after feeling her pulse. “You are doing marvelous, ma’am.”
“Can I have that beefsteak, then?” Grandmother Cavanaugh inquired in complete sincerity. “Just a few slices, mind you. Thin ones.”
“Beefsteak, is it?” His eyes widened in surprise. “I think it might be wise if you start with some beef broth and then perhaps some boiled chicken after that, in a few days.” His tone was meant to pacify her yet remain encouraging. “We’ll talk about beefsteak ...in another week or two.”
“That sounds splendid!” Mrs. Cavanaugh straightened and smoothed her bedcovers. “I shall be able to visit with the children this afternoon, will I not?”
“I believe your family is the best restorative, ma’am.” He laid his hand upon her shoulder. “And if they promise to behave themselves and not cause you any overexertion, you may see them for a few minutes.”MoreLess
“Can I have that beefsteak, then?” Grandmother Cavanaugh inquired in complete sincerity. “Just a few slices, mind you. Thin ones.”
“Beefsteak, is it?” His eyes widened in surprise. “I think it might be wise if you start with some beef broth and then perhaps some boiled chicken after that, in a few days.” His tone was meant to pacify her yet remain encouraging. “We’ll talk about beefsteak ...in another week or two.”
“That sounds splendid!” Mrs. Cavanaugh straightened and smoothed her bedcovers. “I shall be able to visit with the children this afternoon, will I not?”
“I believe your family is the best restorative, ma’am.” He laid his hand upon her shoulder. “And if they promise to behave themselves and not cause you any overexertion, you may see them for a few minutes.”MoreLess
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