No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

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.

the ER doors swung

dad?" Dustin and

good," the doctor's words fell like a boulder. Our silence was palpable; the doctor added, trying to be kind, "Don't lose all hope. With a positive attitude, he could fight a bit longer." Was that

Not really.

life was

effort," Conrad

moved to ICU, where only one

shouldn't have been me, but Conrad and Jacqueline insisted

for you after we got here," Jacqueline's

eyes, I donned an isolation

There,

the bed,

to countless tubes andet

couldn't hold

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his

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

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

open, then fixed on me with a