Countdown to My Divorce

Chapter 344

T–There’s one more thing. Yvette and Sasha won’t give up so easily. Y–You need to be careful. I–I can’t protect you anymore.

“A–And no matter what, you must not let the Lloyd family fall into their hands. Otherwise, generations of blood, sweat, and tears will all be for nothing. When I die, I won’t be able to meet our ancestors in the afterlife with dignity if that happens.”

With those words, Jim’s strength gave out and he slumped back down.

“Alright, Dad, please rest now. Don’t say another word. I know what you’re worried about. I’ll do everything I can, I promise,” Rachel said anxiously.

Jim slowly closed his eyes again. He was too drained to speak another word.

Seeing how much worse he was getting, and remembering how the nurse had said he wasn’t sleeping well at night, Rachel decided she needed to speak with Xavier.

She found him in the consultation room next door. When Xavier saw her, he visibly froze in surprise.

“Ms. Lloyd, why are you here?”

caught the flicker of guilt that appeared on his face. “You look surprised to see me, Dr. Jenkins. Is

meant. I swear, I didn’t tell Tyler

couldn’t help but laugh at how flustered he was. “Dr. Jenkins, I’m not here to blame you. As for how Mr. Hunt

how her father’s condition was worsening, she knew she’d have to stay here a while longer. Tyler would find out eventually. Whether it was

wasn’t accusing or interrogating him, Xavier let out a sigh of relief. “Seems like your mindset has changed

pursed her lips and smiled. “Maybe after facing near–death situations, I’ve learned to let go of things.

thoughtfully. “You’re

ask about my dad’s condition. How long will this go on? I mean, is there any way to make him feel a little better? He’s groggy all day and sometimes mutters nonsense in

medication to keep him as

before finally asking what she dreaded

eventually leave with peace of mind, especially

on how his

hammer to the chest. What was just another clinical update to a doctor sounded like a

sentence to her.

edge of the desk tightly. Her knuckles turned