The Day Our Promise Breaks

Chapter 446

"Charles, why should I care whether Sandy lives or dies? Who is she to me? Why should I give up my dreams to save her?"

"They want me to donate a kidney? Not happening, not in this lifetime!"

Adam scoffed, taking Evelyn's hand and walking away. Charles let them go without a word.

Seeing this, Dahlia quickly grabbed Charles' arm. "Charles, are you really just going to let Adam leave? What about Sandy?"

"Dahlia, Adam's not a good option. He's got a big competition at the end of the month. I'll keep looking for a donor for Sandy, but forget about Adam."

Adam's words reminded Charles that the competition was crucial, not just for Adam but for the nation. Sandy's life was important, but not at that cost.

Dahlia wanted to argue, but held back. What difference would it make if Adam skipped the competition? Even if he won, one less trophy wouldn't alleviate Evelyn's pain. But she kept these thoughts to herself, biting her lip in frustration. "I'll take you to get patched up," Charles said, guiding Dahlia as Andrew arranged for a full medical check.

A mild concussion meant she needed an overnight stay for observation.

worried about Sandy. Can we head

course," Charles replied, and they returned to the

suggested Dahlia rest in the lounge while he stayed with Sandy. Dahlia nodded, but once the door closed, her face turned dark. She'd done

to discuss Sandy's condition. When he returned, Sandy was

gently wiping her

she cried. With a heartbreaking look, Sandy asked, "Daddy,

that, Sandy. You'll be fine," Charles reassured

know I'm dying. I just don't want to leave you. Promise me you won't forget

die, can I be your daughter again next

take care of

Daddy, I don't wool

want to leave

want to never see

cried uncontrollably in Charles's arms. Dahlia, standing nearby