Chapter 969:

Caden spoke earnestly. “Her symptoms suggest something serious, perhaps more severe than a tumor or cancer. She needs a thorough medical evaluation.” Alicia’s heart clenched. She remembered that Corey had traveled to Terriland months earlier seeking an organ, likely returning empty-handed. Gemma’s blood type was rare, and suitable donors were scarce and unreachable for Corey.

“Gemma is such a kind soul,” Alicia murmured. Despite Corey’s dark past, marked by violence and crime, his actions were driven by desperation to save Gemma. Gemma was his one untainted refuge.

Caden understood Alicia’s distress but could only offer so much solace. “Let’s see what fate has in store.” Alicia squeezed his hand in silent agreement.

Back at the hotel, Gemma’s breathing became labored, and she fainted from lack of oxygen.

Corey quickly set up an oxygen tank and frantically searched for medication, but the pills weren’t enough.

Gemma’s sudden health crisis had thrown Corey’s plans into disarray. A return to Xada was out of the question; she couldn’t survive the journey.

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Corey said, “I’ll be back in half an hour, Gemma. Hang in there,

seemed to spasm as she curled up, whispering, “I’m fine,

aside his hesitation, and stood up. He

nodded affirmatively. “Rest assured, Mr.

into unconsciousness. She hadn’t been asleep long when a sudden sensation of suffocation jolted her

helplessly, noticing a silhouette standing before her.

him. But why was he just standing there, not coming to her

Pierre, the bodyguard. He stood over her, his gaze cold and detached, like

wave of fear washed over Gemma, urging her to escape. But her survival instinct made

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