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.

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

followed Violet as she walked

their hands and

That should be enough time for you to bring

she felt Lucius‘ palm on her hand and struggled to breathe, finding it hard

slightly nodding.

focus to Violet. Vivi, you seem to have lost weight. Has Lucius been

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

her

just shook her head and responded, “No, he…he’s

Lucius’s piercing gaze

guard, because he was expecting her to

His look, a mix of bewilderment

as Regina ushered them out soon after.

her room, Lucius following closely behind. His eyes scrutinized her every

move.

been having a hard time lately. Why the effort to appease Grandma?

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

her goodwill. Lucius had already called her a nasty person; an honest response

grew colder, his lips curling into a scornful smile, but he

his heel,

questioned the nurse about their interaction, “Did

room? How did it go?”

responded, shaking their heads, “I saw Master Lucius

he walked away.”

thoughtful expression on her face. “If this continues, when will I be able to hold

Violet and Lucius were summoned

to the spread on the table and said, “Eating alone is lonely. I’ve had your meals brought here today, so we can dine together.”

look at Lucius, uneasy about dining with him.

Regina motioning her over, she felt compelled to sit at

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