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

how's my dad?" Dustin and

a boulder. Our silence was palpable; the doctor added, trying to be kind, "Don't lose

Not really.

life was ticking

you, doctor. We appreciate your effort," Conrad managed to

was moved to ICU, where

been me, but Conrad and Jacqueline insisted I

kept asking for you after we got here," Jacqueline's words

their watchful eyes, I donned an isolation gown and entered

There,

on the bed, , an

to countless tubes andet

I couldn't

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his

off; he wants to sleep. Family should

sat by the bed, gently holding Herschel's hand. "Herschel, it's

eyelids fluttered, struggling to open, then fixed on me with

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