Chapter 674

Richard noticed Hugo's change. Given his temperament, if he were aware of Jenny's predicament, he would likely have descended into a furious rage, seeking vengeance on anyone responsible.

However, Hugo's attention was now on Pearl. The way he looked at him had a hint of provocation, and it made him feel uneasy.

Taking a few steps forward, Richard positioned himself in front of Pearl. "Are you planning to save Jenny?"

Hugo shrugged. "She's barely holding on. Even angels might struggle to save her, let alone me."

"What are you doing here then?"

"The EMTs found me listed as her emergency contact in her phone." Hugo glanced at Richard mockingly. "Didn't you come here after receiving the message?"

of sarcasm on his lips. "I find it a bit inappropriate for someone like Pearl to stay with you. I'll buy her a new

responded without much surprise. He then turned his teasing gaze to

was blatantly threatening her. Her eyes darted back and forth between the two men, but it was Richard

out as

if that's the case, Aunt

it any longer and blurted out,

at her coldly, and

could do in this situation. Tears welled up in Pearl's eyes as she cried, "Why

really don't understand why you're hesitating. You two have no relationship now, and he

between us and none

her, and the

best to continue this conversation outside," the doctor interjected, breaking the awkward

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