Chapter 67
“Stay out of this! It’s none of your business!”
Cedric felt a pang of guilt but refused to back down as he stared at Leroy. His confidence remained unwavering
“You’re just an outsider. What gives you the right to interfere?”
Anger flared in Cedric’s eyes as he shot back, “I’m a doctor now, and Scarlett fainted again because of you. If you truly care about staying by her side, you’d better
start showing some sincerity.”
Lerov added, “And those legs of yours… there’s no need to take it in front of a doctor”
Cedric’s eves widened in shock. Panic flickered across his face.
“What are you talking about? I don’t understand.”
Cedric tried to play dumb, but the look in Leroy’s eyes made his unease grow.
Leroy chudded softly. “You know exactly what I mean.”
Without another word, he turned and walked away.
Cednc felt a chill of fear. Leroy had changed, but what had caused such a sudden transformation? Before Cedric could dwell on it further, he turned and entered the
so sorry I’m late. Are you okay?”
Cedric’s face filled with worry as he saw Scarlett lying on the bed. He hurried to her side. “Lettie, I’m so sorry I’m
Guilt was written all over his face, but Scarlett remained unconscious. Unable to do anything more, Cedric could only stay by her side and wait.
As dawn broke, the sky bathed in shades of pink and orange. Scarlett’s eyes fluttered open, her expression tinged with curiosity,
“Cedric?” Scarlett whispered weakly.
Cedric’s eyes lit up with relied as he turned to her.
“Lettle, you’re awake! Thank goodness!” he exclaimed, his voice brimming with joy.
Overcome with emotion, he began searching frantically for something, but Scarlett reached out and stopped him.
“Shouldn’t you be at the company today, Cedric?” Scarlett asked, her brow furrowing in confusion.
“What are you doing at the hospital?”
Cedric let out a sigh before answering. “I was worried about you being alone here, so I came to check on you. I never imagined something like this would happen.” Histone was filled with genuine agitation, but Scarlett’s curiosity only deepened.
You were the one who saved me
Cedric nodded firmly.
“I got here just in time. You’re sate now. His tone brimmed with confidence.
Scarlett stared out the window, offering no response.
“Cedric, is there something you need to tell me?” Scarlett asked after a long pause,
Startled by her question, Cedric struggled to keep his composure. “Lettie, don’t you trust me? I’m not lying to you.”
His voice wavered, and tears glimmered in his eyes.
Upon seeing his distress, Scarlett’s heart
Thim before her expression turned serious. “Go back, pack your things, and head to the company to
“I was just asking. There’s no need to be upset,” find Grace. She can help stabilize things for you.
,” the reassured his
By the time the board figures out what’s happened, I’ll be out of the hospital.”
Scarlett paused before continuing, “just don’t do anything too reckless. You can’t let the board catch you off guard.”
Though her words were firm, a flicker of doubt crossed her mind. Maybe she’d been too impulsive in making this decision
Sensing her hesitation, Cedric let out a sigh “Lettie, if you think I’m not good enough, I’ll stay. I truly want to be by your side and take care of you.”
