Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 149

The next day, over the weekend, Gilbert decided to pay a visit to his brother, Francis.

After hearing from the doctor about a new treatment available from overseas, specifically from Quinland, Gilbert had managed to secure a supply. He was eager to know if there was any improvement in Francis‘ condition.

“How’s it looking?” Gilbert tried to maintain a composed exterior, but his heart was filled with immense hope.

“Mr. Gilbert,” the doctor greeted him with a hopeful smile, cautious not to overpromise. “Based on what we’re seeing, Mr. Francis seems to be responding well to the treatment. His reflexes have shown significant improvement over the past few days.”

Gilbert’s eyes sparkled with optimism. “Really?”

“Mr. Gilbert,” the doctor gestured towards the monitor. “Why don’t you try talking to Mr.

Francis?”

Puzzled but willing, Gilbert took a seat by the bed, gazing at Francis, and began to speak in a deep, solemn voice.

“Big bro, it’s me, Gilbert. Can you hear me? Grandma just had heart surgery, and she’s been waiting for years for you to wake up. Bro, you’ve slept enough… it’s time to wake up…”

Before Gilbert could finish, the doctor pointed at the monitor, drawing his attention to it. Though not an expert,

accelerating.

this

he can hear us.” Hearing is

for words, his face lighting up with joy. “So,

very promising based on Mr. Francis‘ current condition.” No doctor would make

face as he expressed

It’s my duty, after all,” the doctor replied before excusing

a moment longer, Gilbert whispered, “Big bro, since you can hear me… I’ve got something

there was no

don’t say anything, I’ll take that as a

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Chapter 149

of the hospital feeling pretty cheerful.

was going to pick up Caroline from

was on time, and soon after Gilbert arrived, Caroline emerged from the terminal, her team in tow. Even in a crowd, her tall, slender figure, concealed behind

brothers had once vied for her affection. In the end, she chose