Chapter 661

That evening, Emeric checked into the Ashbourne Group’s hospital in Skyrim.

Evadne and Thaddeus had just brought Emeric in when Cassius and Chasel were already there, anxiously waiting.

Despite not having seen him for several days, Evadne could clearly tell that Chasel had lost a lot of weight, his complexion pallid as if he had just recovered from a serious illness.

There was no time for pleasantries; as soon as the medical staff wheeled Emeric into the examination room, Chasel quickly followed.

Before stepping through the door, he turned back for a deep look at Cassius, lips slightly moving as he mouthed silently the words: “I’ve got this.”

With the door’s closure, everyone’s hearts sank heavily.

Cassius watched the door intently, feeling a stifling breath, his heart twisting with worry.

Not only was he concerned for his father’s health, but also for Chasel’s.

Chasel had mentioned earlier that morning that his back wound was still causing him pain. Cassius had wanted him to rest more, but upon hearing that the Ashbourne family was in trouble, Chasel sprang up as if revitalized, insisting on returning to Skyrim.

On the way back, Cassius gripped the steering wheel with one hand, while the other was playfully toyed with by Chasel, who pinched and rubbed it as if he couldn’t get enough.

“You’re barely recovered, and now you’re already taking on intense work. You’ll wear yourself out.”

“I’m a grown man. I’m not fragile as you think. Don’t worry.”

Chasel often reminded Cassius of his masculinity, as if fearing that Cassius was merely enchanted by his pretty face and might one day regret their intimacy or, worse, grow cold toward him like he had once before–a thought Chasel couldn’t bear.

“I know you’re a man,” Cassius said, his voice rough, eyes on the road. “I’ve never been more aware of what I’m doing than I was that night with you.”

Chasel gazed at Cassius‘ handsome profile, with unguarded desire.

In the next second, he leaned over to plant a kiss filled with longing on the man’s cheek.

Cassius‘ eyes swirled with emotion, as he held Chasel’s hand a bit tighter.

“From now on, I’m taking care of Dad’s health. Don’t even think of finding another doctor. You can only have me,” Chasel said with a hint of pride.

The word “Dad” rolled off his tongue bold and genuine.

Cassius gave no outward reaction, but his Adam’s apple bobbed slightly, warmth flowing straight to his heart.

“After last time’s unpleasantness, how did you manage to bring Chasel over from the Bright family?” Evadne’s curiosity was insatiable.

Cassius felt a pang of guilt flood his chest.

He had indeed gone to the Bright family’s doorstep that night, waiting for what felt like an eternity.

But ultimately, he left.

Unbeknownst to him, Chasel had been punished according to their family discipline, confined to his room, and he was looking out from his window when Cassius turned away.

When Dr. Winston examined Chasel, he mentioned that his injuries weren’t just bruises from sticks but also included several scrapes and cuts, as if he had fought his way out of a battlefield.

must have taken for Chasel, trapped in the house, to fight his way out to come to

day.” Cassius murmured in a voice filled with remorse.

did you say, Cassius?” Evadne hadn’t caught

I have a question for you!

eyes dark and intense, “If one day, you found out I did many things beyond your understanding, things you absolutely couldn’t accept. If you discovered, I’m not as

who couldn’t even be considered a good person in a conventional sense. Evadne, would you hate

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you?”

eyes widened

less

me what’s going on. Don’t

looked down; his

matter what you’ve done, you’ll always be my big brother.

Evadne’s emotions hard to contain, her voice choking up, “No matter what happens,

“You silly girl.”

managed a bittersweet smile and affectionately

other time, he might have been boiling with jealousy. But now, his attention was entirely on Cassius,

had always been a man shrouded in mystery. That sentiment grew

of

“Evadne! Cassius!”

look in unison, surprised.

you all

and even Bennett from distant Azeroth City, had

arrived.

almost a full mobilization!

rose to their feet, exchanging

the news with the

among them, Thaddeus pressed his lips tightly and stepped

position, Jareth would have ridiculed him for

did Dad’s condition worsen to this extent?”

breathing uneven. “Why did he

you know that?” Evadne

a flash of coldness crossing

name Bevis sprang unbidden

and that I,

shocked. “What? The Internet?”

worry, but there’s

letting us know about Dad’s health firsthand, is that fair?

furrowed, a deep sorrow building

talk to our brother like that, that’s too much!” Bennett stepped in, knowing Arnold was

how can you question

also chimed in, trying to mediate. “From childhood, big brother has always been at the forefront for all of us, always considering every member of the family, never uttering a

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sake of our family. No matter how anxious you are, you can’t say such things to

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