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.

for and anticipated her

could only lament how quickly life's

Joyce and Donald

my son?"

cords. Even if he recovers eventually, his voice may be permanently impaired." Joyce's body swayed, almost losing her balance. "Are you saying he'll lose

and he'll still be able to speak. But it would never be the same as before,"

regret flickered in

he didn't want to join the family business. He wanted to be a news anchor

outcome was a cruel punishment

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

agreement. "Yes. What's more serious than losing his voice is Mr. William's psychological

days, his mental trauma is the most frightening. That

"We've consulted several

and they all say it's a psychological blockage,"

"Whenever Brianna'

mentioned,