Chapter 240:

The room was filled with silence, tension hanging in the air.

Finally, Dorian broke it, his voice deep resonating with authority. Who is going to make it difficult for you And why are we debating this What is more important, a life or personal obligations.

Yolanda bowed her head, fresh tears sliding down her cheeks.

Caden's face remained impassive. No one will make my life impossible, but my presence is not the cure that Yolanda needs. Once I have seen Grandma safely home, I must return to my duties. Mr. and Mrs. Moss, I thank you for your efforts in managing things here.

Regina nodded gently. Go ahead, Caden. Your work can't wait.

Yolanda's hands clenched in silent desperation.

When Caden turned to leave, he faked a cough, biting hard on his lip. until the metallic taste of blood filled his mouth.

Alarmed, Dorian quickly called for a doctor.

Caden stood aside, his expression unreadable as he watched her. struggle.

Pale and with teary eyes, Yolanda looked at him, her voice hoarse. “You should go,” he whispered. Don't let me hold you back.

Caden pressed his lips into a thin line. Conserve your energy, Yolanda. It's better if you don't talk, he advised her quietly.

He knew that her condition was worsening from overexertion, largely fueled by her emotions towards him. The thought of leaving her in such a fragile state ate at him inside, making it difficult for him to walk away.

When Yolanda realized that he had not left, her lips curved into a slight smile of relief.

After the doctor finished his examination, Caden collected his medical history, his sharp eyes examining the details thoughtfully. She began to consider finding a specialist to improve her treatment.

With trembling fingers, Yolanda reached out and grabbed the hem of her jacket. His voice, fragile and uncertain, broke the silence. Caden, staying would upset her.

Caden's expression hardened slightly as he asked, Who do you mean?

nervously, her gaze avoiding his. To Miss

It's none of your business. Don't worry about it. His tone was polite, but

taking her eyes off his face. The affection and longing in her eyes were

interjected: I know an excellent doctor who specializes in traditional medicine.

offer kindly. Thank you, Mrs. Ward. It would

left the room,

they were some distance away, Jasmine commented: Mr. Ward

unnecessary

Jasmine asked: If you don't care about Yolanda, why did you offer to find her a

tiredly. What a doctor I have no intention of wasting my time on that, he said bluntly. Instead,

Jasmine ask,

fakers. I'm already being more generous

would have thought Ciara could

a phone call, arranging for advanced medical equipment to be sent

much more effective than conventional medicine. He covered all

no room for

warmth in Yolanda's eyes faded. Turning to Dorian, he said: When I finish this IV,

but Regina gently put a hand on his arm

despite her doubts. Yolanda, you

course I can. But that doesn't stop me from loving

the IV needle, pushed back the blanket, and swung her legs over the edge of

life just to chase him.

with an impatient tone. If she were healthy, Caden would be mine

had instilled in her

adult now. If this is what you really want, do it. But as your mother, I must advise you to reconsider. If

her desperate attempt to win Caden's

thinking? She

myself, what am I supposed to do? Depending on you. Instead of lecturing me, why don't you help me

attempts to intervene, He abruptly left

why do

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