Chapter 193

William slowly took the rope from Tiffany's hands. Joyce instantly grabbed his arm in a panic, her voice trembling. "William..." She was genuinely scared.

These past few days, William's emotions had been so unstable. She dared not let him leave, even having people watch him at home.

The doctor visited many times daily. They had even called in a priest to perform a cleansing. But nothing could deter his desire for death. William stared at the rope for a moment, then slowly raised his head to look at Tiffany. His face was haggard, having withered to skin and bones in just days. His lips pressed tightly now, anguish churning in his eyes.

After a long pause, he abruptly coughed up a mouthful of blood.

...

The family doctor arrived swiftly. Donald rushed home from the office upon hearing the news.

Meanwhile, Joyce had been weeping ceaselessly. Donald frowned in silence.

An oppressive pall hung over the vast mansion.

Tiffany still remembered her first visit to the Lewis residence. She remembered Donald's warmth, Joyce's gentleness, and William's bright and amiable nature. She had envied their harmonious, cozy family life.

a result, she longed for and anticipated her future with

she could only lament how quickly life's

Joyce and Donald approached

my son?" Joyce

Even if he recovers eventually, his voice may be permanently impaired." Joyce's body swayed, almost losing her balance.

be treated, and he'll still be able to speak. But it would never

regret flickered

had said that he didn't want to join the

was a cruel punishment for

voice heavy, "As long as he

serious than losing his voice is

trauma is the most frightening. That trauma

"We've consulted several

they all say it's a psychological blockage,"

wearily. "Whenever

is mentioned, he

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