Chapter 118
"How is that the same? Smelling this makes me feel like eating meat even more! Look at this! It's just grains and tasteless vegetables. How unappetizing!"
Mrs. Clements' tone towards Alicia was obviously much gentler. She even sounded hospitable when she spoke to her.
Looking at her, Alicia also felt a little awkward. She glanced at Mrs. Clements inadvertently, only to notice that Mrs. Clements appeared really gaunt. It was understandable for her to eat less as she was sick. However, she still looked bloated and pale from all the liquid food she had been eating.
In addition, Mrs. Clements was allowed to get out of bed to move around these few days, yet she still couldn't eat what she liked. Obviously, she would be in a bad mood. This content is © NôvelDrama.Org.
Seeing Grandma's pitiful eyes, Alicia felt for her. If it went on like this, she wouldn't be able to recover fully.
Sitting by the bed, Alicia uttered in a low voice.
"Grandma, could you please compromise and eat this for today? I'll speak to the doctor later and make sure that they change the menu tomorrow! Please don't be angry anymore. You'll hurt yourself if you keep getting mad! We can only feel at ease when you are well. If Frederick comes back and knows that you are in the hospital and that you've gotten thinner, he will be devastated! Therefore, for your stomach and for your grandson's sake, just eat some..."
Frederick's weakness was exactly like his grandmother's. As soon as Alicia mentioned Frederick, Mrs. Clements gave in. Alicia then scooped a little of the food and fed her.
Even though Alicia had been nagging at her, Mrs. Clements only finished half a bowl of it.
Seeing this, Alicia was also a little upset. She had no choice but to go to the infirmary to ask about Mrs. Clements' conditions in detail.
"She can't eat meat and greasy food, right?"
"It's better not to eat those at the moment. It's okay to drink chicken soup or something like that. After all, the patient is old and has just recovered slightly. No matter how healthy she was, her body is not as strong as youngsters'. Meat and greasy food can't be digested easily, which will increase the burden on the patient's organs. The patient just had surgery on her stomach, thus it's better to eat healthy foods like vegetables, beans, mushrooms, and so on. It's more conducive to recovery. In addition, the patient has to do some exercise. She still has to eat on time, otherwise, it will cause huge damage to her stomach."
"I will take note of it. Thank you, doctor!"
Feeling a little melancholic, she got up and asked again when she suddenly thought of something, "Doctor, when can my grandmother be discharged from the hospital?"
"In fact, she can leave the hospital now! However, the patient's family wants the patient to stay in the hospital a little longer. After all, we are well-equipped. As long as she takes the medicine on time, pays attention to her diet, and rests more, everything should be fine! By the way, we will arrange for the patient to have an injection to promote the patient's cell growth to heal her wounds. Therefore, the patient will have to stay here for about half a month! There will be some side effects if the patient doesn't eat well. All of you have to accompany her more and keep her happy. This will help her to recover faster."
"Okay, I understand. Thank you, doctor!"
When she returned to the ward, she heard Mrs. Clements' cheerful voice coming from the inside. She saw her holding Miranda's hand while looking very eager.
"Ally said that the food would definitely be changed by tomorrow! Do you think I'll be able to have meat tomorrow? I have been eating only vegetables for so long. I don't know why but I have been craving for beef, chicken, and pork recently!"
"Mrs. Clements, you are so stubborn! The more they don't allow you to have it, the more you think about it! You have to remember that your health is more important! The whole family is concerned about you!"
"Stop mentioning this to me! My granddaughter-in-law is the best. All of them just want me to eat, but the food they sent is always plain porridge, even without vegetables in it! I feel angry when I talk about it!"
With a smile, Miranda turned around and poured her a glass of warm water.
"Mrs. Clements, why did you chase everyone away when they were here? However, I really didn't expect Miss Blanchard... to not have even the slightest bit of coquetry even though she is from a respectable family! If it weren't for her, I wouldn't know what to do that day. Besides, she wasn't even fazed when she was being scolded by Penny. I pity her a lot." said Miranda.
"Yes! Ally is a sweet girl! Therefore, I won't be expecting anything from anyone else anymore. I will be waiting for Ally to request for a change of my meal! I have tons of food that I am craving! My ancestor is right. If we aren't allowed to eat, what is the point of living? I get irritated whenever I think about it!"
"Drink some water, Mrs. Clements. To be honest, you have to prioritize your health first! You have to bear it for a while. After you have fully recovered, you will get to eat whatever you want."
"Don't talk nonsense with me. Just let me eat to my heart's content. When will Ally be back?"
Eavesdropping on the conversation between the two ladies in the ward, as well as hearing Mrs. Clements' remarks, Alicia felt sad. She turned around and walked to a corner.
How could she let her down when she had trusted her and expected so much from her?
With a sigh, Alicia turned her head and inadvertently saw a cleaner who was holding a bottle that was filled with sauce. An idea flashed across Alicia's mind in no time.
She whirled around and went back to the ward happily.
The next few days, Grandma's mood was obviously much better.
One day, almost everyone in the Clements family was gathered together and they chatted in the ward for a while. In the blink of an eye, it was time for lunch. One of the aunts of the Clements family had prepared porridge for Mrs. Clements.
"Mom, we weren't aware when you were sick as we were busy at that moment. We feel terribly sorry as we didn't arrive on time. Today, I have cooked some porridge for you. The doctor told me that you can eat it. Hence, please give me a chance to show my filial piety!"
Smiling, Mrs. Clements was obviously in a good mood. "I know you all care about me. I am fine and I will be discharged soon. You don't have to worry about me!"
After having two mouthfuls of porridge, Mrs. Clements placed the bowl down.
"I'm not very hungry now. I'll eat it later when I'm hungry! You can leave if you are busy! You don't have to visit me every day."
After getting rid of everyone, Alicia took out a vacuum flask and said, "Grandma, I have prepared some fresh shrimp and pork ribs stew today!"
"It smells so good! I knew you would prepare some pork ribs for me. I didn't even dare to eat too much just now as I was waiting for this!"
When Hallie arrived at the door of the ward, she heard their conversation.
When she stuck her head into the room, she noticed that Miranda was not around. At this time, there was a bowl on the table, but Mrs. Clements was holding another bowl which had a large pile of meat in it.
Did Alicia secretly let Grandma have meat?