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.

hour passed, then the ER doors swung open,

dad?" Dustin and

isn't 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

Not really.

life was ticking

We appreciate your effort,"

where only one

have been me, but Conrad and Jacqueline insisted I

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

clenched. Under their watchful eyes, I donned an isolation gown

There,

lay on the bed,

to countless tubes andet

I couldn't hold

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his

worn off; he wants to sleep. Family

gently holding

to open, then fixed on me with a faint

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