Chapter 1603

Jamie stayed by Linda's side throughout the examination.

When the results came back, the doctor adjusted his glasses, his expression unusually serious. "It appears her brain has been damaged by drugs. Do you know what might have happened to her in the past?" Jamie clenched her hands tightly, her voice trembling. "My mom went missing for many years. We don't know much about what happened during that time."

The doctor studied them carefully, but their genuine expressions dispelled any suspicion he might have had.

"It seems that during those years, someone injected her with harmful substances."

Jamie's heart sank. "Does that mean she'll be like this forever?"

Her voice quivered as the fear gripped her. She couldn't bear the thought of her mother living like this for the rest of her life.

Sensing her tension, the doctor softened his tone. "Don't worry. With proper care, there's still a chance she could recover."

A wave of relief washed over Jamie. It matched what Wilfred had said earlier. There was still hope.

For Jamie, that slim possibility was everything. Even if she could provide for Linda's needs for a lifetime, the thought of her suffering from confusion and helplessness was unbearable.

Linda was also Charlie's grandmother. Jamie feared how he would react. He was still young, and she wasn't sure if he could understand or accept the situation.

Lucas's house, avoiding any immediate contact between him and Linda. It was convenient since the weekend allowed him to stay there for two days without question. But what about after that? Jamie

pensive silence on the

unease and reached out to hold her hand. Jamie looked over at him,

and understanding child. If you explain things to him carefully, he'll

nodded, feeling slightly

was worrying too much. Charlie had a good temperament, and they hadn't even met yet. How could she assume the

you a few days off," Ben added. "You should stay home and focus on your

project

breakthrough soon, thanks to

of good news in

wave of relief wash over her, and the guilt weighing

so many days off after just starting her job. It wouldn't have looked good at all. With her mind more at ease, Jamie stayed home

meticulous care, Linda's progress became noticeable. While she was still wary of strangers, her reactions

was

the

even observed the helper with

out soon," the helper said, bringing dishes to

work. You can take tomorrow off to rest. I'll add extra to your payment

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