Chapter 5 " Morning , Miss Thome Celia turned around . She was wearing a V - neck blouse today and , as she spoke , casually tugged the collar a little lower , revealing a series of mottled love bites scattered across her chest . A wave of nausea surged inside Winana . She turned abruptly , intent on leaving . Just then , Tyson emerged from the kitchen carrying a plate of scrambled eggs . He caught sight of her and called out , " Nona , wait up - let's head to the office together " I'm not going to the office Winona didn't even look back . " I have to go to the hospital . " " The hospital ? Are you feeling alright ? " Tyson set the plate down on the dining table , concern flickering in his voice . " I'll go with you ." He started toward her , but Celia quickly grabbed his arm . ) " Tyson , did you forget ? You promised to spend today with me ... " Her voice trembled , sweet yet tinged with wounded innocence . Predictably , Tyson hesitated , torn.8 Winona didn't bother to stick around for this familiar performance . She'd long stopped expecting sincerity from him . Without a word , she strode out the door ! Jyson watched her retreating figure . For masons he couldn't explain , unease twisted in his chest . But he quickly brushed it aside . Winona loved him so much - missing one hospital visit wouldn't change anything . Maybe she'd sulk for a bit , but what was there to worry about ? At the hospital , Winona underwent a series of tests . " Your gastritis has gotten worse , " the doctor said , scanning her chart . " Il prescribe some medication - make sure you take it on time . " Winona let out a quiet sigh of relief . " Thank God - it wasn't pregnancy MESS Thome , have you been overworking again ? Staying up late , eating irregularly ? " The doctor's tone grew stern . " You're still young now , but if you keep neglecting your health , your stomach issues could become serious down the line ! " Winona managed a wry smile !! Shed thrown herself into that project lately , pushing her body to the limit . Now that it was in its final stages , maybe she could finally slow down ... " Thank you , Doctor . Ill be more careful . " " It's not just about these few weeks , " he cautioned . " You need to take care of yourself from now on ." 2 will " Her voice was barely above a whisper . I won't let it happen again . " 2 Prescription in hand , Winona left the hospital and headed straight to the office ron , so I brought a little treat As soon as she stepped off the elevator , she heard a gentle , cheerful voice : " We'll all be colleagues from now on , for everyone - please , help yourselves !! " Wow , pastries from The Golden Crust Bakery ! Aren't those really expensive ? " " Miss Goodwin , you're so generous ! " " I'm glad you all like them " Her coworkers from the executive office had gathered around Celia , who was handing out pastries like a queen holding court . !! " Secretary Thome , you're here , someone called , waving her over ' Come meet our new colleague , Miss Goodwin . " Celia looked up , cnmson lips curling into a smile . There was a challenge in her eyes , and a touch of malicious glee . Winona frowned slightly , ignoring her , and walked to her own desk . Har assistant hurried over , eyes wide with indignation . " Secretary Thorne , this isn't fair " "What happened ? Winona asked , opening her laptop and preparing to tweak one of the project schedules . " You've been working yourself to the bone on that project , and now someone else gets to take all the credit ? How is that right ! " ? Winona's fingers froze above the keyboard . " What do you mean ? " Chapter 5 " Mr. Goodwin just announced it . Starting today , the project you've been running ? Miss Goodwin is taking over ! The assistant's voice trembled with outrage . A hot flush of anger shot to Winona's temples . No wonder Celia looked so triumphant - she'd just stolen months of Winona's hard work without lifting a finger . Winona stood up at once and marched straight to Tyson's office " You're giving the project to Celia ? " ) Tyson didn't look surprised . He'd clearly anticipated this . " You've been under so much stress lately, " he said gently . " You even went to the hospital today . I'm worried about your health , so I think it's best for Celia to take over now . " Winona let out a cold laugh . The project's nearly finished . The hardest part is over . When it wraps up , whose name goes down as project lead ? Who gets the credit ? " She'd nearly ruined her health for this , and now Tyson wanted Celia to waltz in and reap all the rewards ? " Nona , Tyson said , his expression darkening , " we're about to start a partnership with the Thome Foundation , I want Celia involved . If she can pull this off , it'll help with future collaborations . Can't you be a little more understanding ? " Cuperb