Counterback of the Despised Luna by Diana West

Chapter 137 Jones Pays a Visit

I reluctantly lay back down as Rosaline walked over to tuck me in.

However, I kept my eyes slightly open, leaving a small gap to observe.

Rosaline moved to open the door, revealing Jones standing at the entrance of the hospital room.

“Jones, is there something you need?” Rosaline asked.

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Jones glanced into the room. I quickly shut my eyes as he inquired concernedly, “How’s Mr. Holbrook doing?”

Rosaline let out a deep sigh. “Still the same, unconscious.

“What did the doctors say? When will he wake up?” Jones pressed on.

I chuckled inwardly. This guy probably hopes I never wake up.

Rosaline invited him in, deliberately positioning herself between Jones and me. “The doctors said his chances of waking up are slim,” she said.

Stealing a glance, I caught the faintest upward curl at the corner of Jones‘ mouth before he patted Rosaline’s shoulder reassuringly.“Don’t worry too much. Mr. Holbrook will be fine,” he said.

“Let’s hope so,” Rosaline replied with a wistful sigh.

After a brief pause, she asked, “By the way, have you identified the victims of the explosion?”

“That’s actually why I’m here,” Jones said, clearing his throat. “We’ve identified the two deceased. They were

warehouse managers responsible for the tampered materials.”

would they do that?” Rosaline

get back at it,” Jones explained with a

like this,” she said.“Something so trivial caused such a huge problem

Rosaline for confirmation. “I want to hold a press conference to clarify things and set the record straight. That way, we can stop all the speculation and doubts about the

sounds thorough.

Yale?” Jones asked,

is still unconscious, you’re

casting a glance at me

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looking at

I?”

bad. Looks like Jones can’t wait to play his next card. Let’s see how this unfolds.”

Rosaline’s POV:

about Yale?” I asked, noticing Caden’s

slightly and said in a deep

Jones holds the press conference. Otherwise, things will take a turn

everything under control. Jones

expression put me at ease.

have updates soon.

Jones will have

conference was scheduled two

the press conference, waiting to hear the

take place at a luxurious hotel in Fostrau.

choosing an inconspicuous seat in the corner. Then, I sent a message to Anthony, hoping for a