Chapter 247

Henrik didn’t wake up until noon the next day. Flora had been by his bedside since yesterday, and when she savi him awake, she practically jumped with joy.

“Henrik! You’re finally awake!” she exclaimed.

Henrik’s head still throbbed a bit as he turned stiffly to see Flora’s red, tear–stained eyes, and his heart melted.

“Flora…” he murmured.

Connor poured a glass of warm water, helped Henrik take a sip, and thoughtfully adjusted the bed to a more comfortable angle. “How long have I been out?” Henrik asked, his whole body aching, each word a strain.

“Almost a day and a night,” Connor replied.

day and a night?” Henrik, fighting off the pain, raised his hand

laughed, though a bit sadly. “You just never miss a chance to tease me! You must be starving after sleeping so long. What do you

with

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sigh of relief. Soon, the whole crew

Jules helped him sit up and reassured a nervous Flora. “Flora, don’t worry. Your brother is recovering well. With proper care, he’ll be out of here in

feeling a huge

me for?

pulled out a card Crimson had given her and handed it to Jules. “Twenty–six million dollars, this should cover a

you.”

into a broad smile. “You and

Jules interact so naturally, and frowned slightly. Flora was clearly very close with Jules. He suddenly recalled the time Aisha needed brain surgery. Initially, Jules had been unwilling to perform the operation, but then agreed out of the blue. Ray had thought it was because of Connor, but

everyone thought was incapable

with tears in his eyes, patted Henrik’s shoulder. “Good lad, I knew

his son could handle

I might just have to go back under,” Henrik joked, rubbing his slightly sore shoulder.

midst of their happy moment, a commotion erupted

us in!” voices

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