Lord Protector Novel

Early in the morning the next day, Jeremy and Lily had come to Heartland Hospital to visit Adam.

Last night, Daniel’s family had stood guard in the hospital room.

It was fortunate that the whole hospital belonged to Linton Group. They requested for a luxurious ward that had three rooms and one living room, so that it was big enough for all of them.

Upon Jeremy’s arrival, Daniel and his family shot him death glares without giving him so much as a greeting.

Jeremy cleared his throat and said, “Alright. All of you must be tired after watching over him last night. We’ll take over and make sure that he’s fine.”

“That’s not necessary. We can handle it.” Daniel answered.

Jeremy narrowed his eyes. “Are all of you too free, or are you worried that I’m incapable of taking care of my own father? Just leave. Lily and I will stay here. Don’t worry.”

Considering that Linton Group was currently in rapid development, Daniel said, “Lacey, you and Zeke should go. You have matters to handle at Linton Group.”

Then, he turned to his wife. “Hannah, go to my clinic and post an announcement saying that the clinic will be closed for a day. I’ll stay to take care of Dad alone.”

Adam was out of danger, so Lacey knew that there wasn’t much she could do even if she stayed. Hence, she left with Zeke.

Hannah left the hospital as well.

Jeremy sat in front of the bed and asked, “Daniel, how’s Dad?”

“He’s out of immediate danger, but he hasn’t regained consciousness since last night, which isn’t normal.” Daniel responded in a perfunctory manner. “I’m monitoring his vital readings. So far, Dad’s vital signs are all normal.”

“Oh.” said Jeremy. Then, he didn’t speak again.

After a short silence, Jeremy said, “Daniel, you haven’t had your breakfast yet, have you? Go eat something first.”

Daniel shook his head. “It’s fine. I’m not hungry.”

“Uncle Daniel, You won’t be able to function on an empty stomach.” Lily tried persuading him too. “Who’s going to take care of Grandpa if you’re exhausted? Go on and have your breakfast. Don’t worry, I know how to read the medical instruments. I’ll call the doctor immediately in case of an emergency.”

Daniel had stayed up all night last night, and he was indeed quite famished now.

He nodded and personally informed Lily what the normal readings should be before leaving the wardroom.

As soon as he left, Lily locked the door and nodded at her father.

Jeremy inhaled deeply and said, “Lily, keep an eye on the door. If you spot any movements at all, report to me immediately.”

“Okay. Don’t worry, Dad.” Lily nodded.

Jeremy calmed his raging heartbeat as he took out a syringe from his pocket. “Dad, you can leave this world in peace now. Your death will be used to exchange for our success in life. It will be a worthy death...”

However, the moment the words left his lips, the comatose Adam suddenly opened his eyes.

His bloodshot eyes held a trace of anger, which gave Jeremy the fright of his life.

He instinctively put the syringe away and exclaimed, “Dad, you’re awake!”

In fact, Adam had already been awake since last night.

However, he couldn’t bear to face Daniel and his family. Hence, he didn’t dare to open his eyes and had pretended to remain unconscious.

Anger and guilt swelled in his chest.

He was angry because his eldest son, who he had highly regarded, turned out to be a malicious and ambitious ba****d that was even willing to kill his own father for his own gain.

He was guilty because his second son, who had always been oppressed and at loggerheads with him, and whose family was almost destroyed twice now, not only harbored no hatred towards him, but showed filialness at the most critical moment, watching over him throughout the whole night...

If there was a medicine to cure regret in the world, he would give up everything he had to acquire it.

“Dad, are you feeling better now?” Jeremy quickly asked.