Chapter 400

Chapter 400

Chapter 400



"No way, it's just me and him at home. Now, even the cats and dogs are on his side. Anyone who ticks him off," Jacqueline paused mid-sentence.

I sensed something was off. Before I could ask, Jacqueline suddenly gripped my hand tightly. "No, he said he felt unwell, and I massaged him. Then he said he'd lie on the couch for a bit. Right then, my phone rang, and I think I heard him pick up a call too."

Could that call have upset Herschel?

I immediately asked, "Jacqueline, where's Herschel's phone?"

Jacqueline patted her pockets. "I didn't bring it... It's probably at home."

We definitely couldn't go back for it now, but I had a feeling that call was a lead.

Dustin and Conrad returned soon after, both looking grim. Dustin probably knew more about Herschel's condition and had shared the details with Conrad.

My heart tightened further. I wanted to get some clarity too, but Jacqueline was holding onto me tightly, as if I were a lifeline.

swung open, and the doctor emerged, looking

my dad?" Dustin and Conrad asked in

words fell like a boulder. Our silence was palpable; the doctor added, trying

Not really.

was ticking

effort,"

to ICU, where only one person could

shouldn't have been me, but

you after we got here," Jacqueline's words confirmed Conrad wasn't lying

eyes, I

There,

lay on the bed,

to countless tubes andet

I couldn't

EW BOV

his

hasn't fully worn off; he wants to sleep. Family should talk

the bed, gently holding Herschel's

struggling to open, then fixed on me

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