Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 229

Chapter 229

Before she could finish her sentence, Everett hung up the phone and turned to face her.

His voice was steady but cold. "Grandpa's in critical condition. We need to get to the hospital."

Selena was taken aback. Just three days ago, she had visited Josh at the hospital, and he seemed to be doing fine. How could things have gotten so bad so quickly...

Now wasn't the time for questions, though. They both quickly changed and rushed out the door, heading to the hospital.

Everett was unusually silent on the drive, his foot pressing hard on the gas pedal as they weaved through traffic at breakneck speed.

Even though his face was a mask, showing no signs of what he was feeling, Selena could sense Everett's anxiety.

Her heart ached in response.

At a red light, she gently placed her hand over his, speaking softly, "Don't worry, it's going to be okay."

eyes as he glanced at Selena, meeting her gentle

her words were naive-what could they possibly do in the face of life and death? Yet, oddly enough, they did bring him some comfort.

green, Everett refocused on the road, though unaware that something had quietly taken root in his heart

the operating room signaled

stood by the window, hands in his pockets, listening as the nurse

bed last night and even sang a bit

of days ago, but I've been following the meal plan strictly. I'm not sure why

slight nod, acknowledging

nurse had been diligent, and with Josh's health

had been for hours. Everett pressed his lips tightly together.

of worry

en

one between his lips, ready to light it. But catching sight of Selena standing

said softly, giving Selena's head a gentle pat before heading to

his tall figure retreat

of possibly losing someone so dear, and how he needed

her hands supporting her forehead, Selena felt

pull through this... she couldn't bear to think about it. After what felt like an eternity, Everett returned, sitting down next to Selena and leaning