Paying the Clinic Bill

As Claire Kensington walked into the courtyard, the crowd between the buildings watched in silence.

Jude recognized her from the gala as the eldest daughter of the Kensington family, who had reached out earlier regarding the endowment.

Her offering to cover the Reed family's $300,000 surgical expenses, however, was unexpected.

"You're offering to take care of the clinic bill, Miss Kensington?" Jude asked.

"Yes," Claire said, stopping beside him. "It belongs under my family's responsibility."

"How do you figure that?" Jude asked.

Claire turned toward Helen Reed, who had looked down the moment Claire walked through the archway. "Mrs. Reed can clarify that, Mr. Lawson. She came to the gates of our residence 3 days ago. Would you like to explain the connection to everyone present, Helen?"

Under Claire's gaze, Helen's expression tightened, her eyes darting toward the ground.