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.

was convenient since the weekend allowed him to stay there for two days without question. But what about after that? Jamie couldn't keep her

pensive silence on

out to hold

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

nodded, feeling slightly

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

stay home and

hesitated. "But the project in

breakthrough soon, thanks to your efforts," Ben interrupted, a smile curving his

the few pieces of good news in

relief wash over her, and the guilt weighing

she would have felt terrible about taking so many days off after just starting her job. It

progress became noticeable. While she was still wary of strangers,

was evident

the

would cower or avoid her entirely. But now, Linda even observed the

food is ready. I'll be heading out soon," the helper said,

tomorrow off to rest. I'll add extra to your payment for these past few

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