Chapter 214



After finishing her thought, Susie turned to me, her eyes sparkling with hope, "Felicia, do you think there's a way?"

I paused, unsure of how to respond.

There was a possible solution, but if Ernest himself was wary of taking such risks, should I encourage it?

If things went well, great, but if they didn't, not only would Ernest never forgive me - which was the least of my concerns - but it could crush him. "Felicia, you're out of ideas too, huh?" Susie misinterpreted my silence as a sign of hopelessness.

Her eyelids drooped, and her face was etched with indescribable disappointment. "Even my brother hesitates because the stakes are too high. I know my situation doesn't inspire confidence in anyone."

After sighing heavily, she looked up at me, forcing a bright smile.

It wasn't that she was fickle; she simply didn't want her mood to dampen mine.

"It's okay, sis. I'm actually very happy and content. I'll live however long I'm destined to live. Who knows, maybe I'll end up living to a hundred," she joked.

Her words, meant to comfort, only weighed heavier on my heart.

friend who's a doctor. She studied abroad and now works in obstetrics. But she's connected to awork of medical experts, including some who specialize in

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came here wanting to understand your condition better, and I'm thinking of asking for their advice," I admitted, my words carrying a

Susie's desire for a healthier

for her; she yearned for a life filled

Despite

one seemingly idyllic

led,

from the

for the world beyond her

wished to hike, surf, bike across vast landscapes, and share moments of joy

her heart condition limited her, confining her to a life of solitude, despite the apparent

not just a hobby; it was a testament to her

you, sis," she said, raising her teacup

into Susie's

tea, Susie led

house and showed

you can stay

it up nicely for

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