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.”

they do that?” Rosaline pressed further.

employees had a history of poor 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,

out like this,” she said.“Something

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 company. What do you

thorough. I’ll leave it to

Jones asked,

familiar with the situation here. Now that Caden is still unconscious, you’re the most suitable person to handle the press conference.” Rosaline smiled

the arrangements,” Jones said, casting a

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gone, Rosaline returned to my bedside, looking at me expectantly. “So? I did pretty well, didn’t

I?”

approvingly. “Not bad. Looks like Jones can’t wait to play his next card. Let’s see how

Rosaline’s POV:

you find out about Yale?”

and said in a deep voice, “Still investigating.

holds the press conference. Otherwise, things

“Don’t worry. I’ve got everything under control. Jones won’t be jumping

serene expression put

should have updates soon.

the time comes, Jones will have nowhere

press conference was scheduled two days later.

The world was eager for the press conference, waiting to hear the truth about Ice and Fire, the radioactive

take place at a luxurious

Then, I sent a message to Anthony, hoping for a quick