Evelyn, her steps unsteady, walked forward and snatched her phone back, ending the call. 

Matteo stared at her in shock, not understanding why she was so worked up. “What’s wrong?” 

Seeing his confusion, she knew he hadn’t heard the rest of what Caroline had said. She let out a quiet sigh of relief, averted her gaze, and tried to sound as calm as possible. “Nothing, I just don’t want you guys fighting over me anymore.” 

For the past few weeks, the Gallagher family had been making a fuss about him being with Evelyn, constantly trying to break them up. Matteo had argued with them several times over it. 

Hearing her say that, Matteo didn’t press further and instead asked about her test results. 

“The doctor said it’s nothing serious. I can be discharged.” 

For the next few days at home, Matteo barely left the house, staying by Evelyn’s side. 

She wasn’t as lively as before, no longer smiling as much. Most of the time, she just sat in a corner, staring off into space, looking uninterested in everything. 

Matteo couldn’t figure out what was wrong. He tried holding her, hoping to comfort her, but she just got up and went back to the bedroom. 

“I’m not feeling well. I’m going to rest for a bit.” 

Watching her walk away, Matteo was caught off guard. 

He thought she was still upset about the apology incident, so he had his assistant prepare a surprise for her. 

On her birthday, he threw a party in her honor. 

Out of respect for Matteo, most people from their social circle showed up. 

They were polite to Evelyn when Matteo was around. 

But at the moment he stepped away, they gathered in small groups, whispering and making snide remarks. 

“If it weren’t for Mr. Gallagher, I wouldn’t be caught dead at a maid’s daughter’s birthday party. It’s just embarrassing.”