Unexpected Encounter with my Boss

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.

she longed for and anticipated her future

could only lament how quickly

Joyce and Donald

son?" Joyce

enough to damage his vocal cords. Even if he recovers eventually, his voice may

to speak. But it would never be the same

of regret flickered in

to join the family business. He

outcome was a cruel punishment for

voice heavy, "As long as he lives, we'll take

more serious than losing his voice

his mental trauma is the most frightening.

"We've consulted several

they all say it's a

wearily. "Whenever Brianna'

mentioned, he