Chapter 0082

For both of them, the doctor’s verdict was a death sentence.

Violet was disappointed when she realized that her departure had been postponed indefinitely.

Lately, the conflicting emotions of abandoning a child and her eagerness to leave have been weighing heavily on her.

Lucius exited the room without saying anything; his expression was gloomy for a long time.

Violet paid Regina a visit that afternoon.

Right outside Regina’s room, Violet accidentally overheard a conversation between Regina and her doctor.

“How much longer do I have?” Regina’s voice echoed.

Violet halted and turned to look at Regina.

Regina’s condition appeared to have deteriorated from before, with her eyes losing their usual spark.

“Madam Davis, you appear to be in good health. You have several years ahead,” the doctor assured cheerfully.

Skeptical Regina shot him a glance and said, “Don’t sugarcoat it. I can handle the truth.”

The doctor’s smile faded into a serious expression.

‘Tell me. I know my own body. All I want is a straight answer.”

“Well, conservatively speaking, about a year or so, provided there are no unforeseen complications,” he cautiously estimated after a thoughtful pause.

Violet felt a chill, her arms falling limply to her sides. She knew Regina was seriously ill, but the reality of such

a short time left was difficult for her to accept.

Behind her, Lucius entered, his face solemn.

you two arrive? Come on over!” Regina noticed them and beckoned.

as she walked

hands and

year left. That should be enough time for you to

when she felt Lucius‘ palm on her hand and

don’t worry,” Lucius said, slightly nodding. “We’re

trying!” Regina, not one to be easily deceived, shifted her focus to Violet. Vivi, you seem to have lost weight. Has Lucius been giving you a hard

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spill out all the grievances she had been enduring to Regina, but

held her back.

the end, she just shook her head and responded, “No, he…he’s quite good to

piercing

guard, because he was expecting her to take advantage

a mix of bewilderment and complex emotions, lingered on

in the room was briel, as Regina

way to her room, Lucius following

move.

did Lucius finally speak up. “You’ve obviously been having a

been tormenting me, almost to the point of death? Would that make things better, or would it simply hasten her end? Would you really let me go then?”

Lucius had already called her a nasty person; an honest response would simply give him more reason

his lips curling into a scornful smile, but he

on his heel, he left.

eagerly questioned the nurse about their interaction,

into the room? How did it go?”

responded, shaking their heads, “I saw Master Lucius stop at the

then he walked

thoughtful expression on her face. “If this continues, when

were summoned back to Regina’s

said, “Eating alone is lonely. I’ve had your

cast a reluctant look at Lucius,

her over, she felt

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