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.”

do that?” Rosaline

performance and had been reprimanded by their supervisors. They held a grudge against the company and wanted to get back at it,” Jones explained with a shrug. “As for the explosion, it was purely an accident. One of the warehouse workers

“I can’t believe it turned out like this,”

with news about the explosion,” Jones said, looking at Rosaline for confirmation. “I want to hold a press conference to clarify things and set the record straight. That way, we can stop

in agreement. “That sounds thorough. I’ll leave it

Jones asked, hesitating.

isn’t familiar with the situation here. Now that Caden is still unconscious, you’re the most suitable person to handle the press conference.” Rosaline

the arrangements,” Jones said, casting

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bedside, looking

I?”

can’t wait to play his next card. Let’s see

Rosaline’s POV:

about Yale?” I asked,

in a deep voice, “Still

press conference. Otherwise, things will take

I’ve got everything under control. Jones won’t be

expression put me

should have updates soon.

comes, Jones will have nowhere to escape.

conference was scheduled two days later.

the explosion at Eclipse Group was rampant. The world was eager for the press conference, waiting to hear the truth

set to take place at a luxurious hotel in Fostrau.

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