Sapphira paced back and forth in her dimly lit room, the soft glow of the city outside casting shadows across the walls. The air was heavy with the scent of smoke as she took a long drag from her cigarette, the ember burning brightly before she flicked it into the ashtray with frustration. Another cigarette found its way between her fingers, and she lit it with a practiced hand, inhaling deeply as she sank onto the edge of her bed.Her mind was a whirlwind of thoughts, each one more tumultuous than the last. Cosmos's revelation had rocked her to the core. If Larry Conrad truly was the long-lost son of Chairman Conrad, then he held the key to her revenge. With him by her side, she could bring down the chairman and finally reclaim what was rightfully hers.But finding Larry wouldn't be easy. He would be angry, bitter even, after years of abandonment by his father. She needed to act fast before the chairman got to him first. With a determined expression, Sapphira pulled out her phone and
Morning tiptoed into Liana's home, its gentle rays cascading through the kitchen window, painting the room in a soft, golden hue. The air was filled with the tantalizing scent of breakfast delights, a harmonious symphony of sizzling bacon and fluffy pancakes dancing on the stove. Liana's mother emerged from the kitchen, a tray in her hands laden with culinary treasures, her heart aflutter with maternal warmth and concern."Liana, breakfast is served," she called out, her voice carrying a melody of care as she scanned the room, her gaze landing on her daughter, who sat at the kitchen table, a picture of melancholy.Liana's mother approached, her footsteps cautious, as if afraid to disturb the fragile veil of sorrow that enveloped her daughter. With a tender touch, she rested her hand on Liana's shoulder, a silent gesture of comfort and support."Liana, my dear, what troubles you so?" she inquired softly, her voice a gentle breeze in the storm of Liana's emotions.Tears welled in Liana'
The streets were filled with a cacophony of voices as bystanders crowded around the scene of the accident, their murmurs blending into a steady hum of speculation and concern."Did you see what happened?""I heard she was hit by a car.""Where's the driver? Why isn't anyone helping her?"The questions flew thick and fast, but no answers were forthcoming. Liana lay motionless on the ground, her body a silent testament to the chaos that had unfolded.Amidst the throng of onlookers, Larry stood at the edge of the crowd, his eyes fixed on the scene before him. A sense of detachment washed over him as he watched the drama unfold, his mind oddly calm despite the gravity of the situation.The bartender, sensing an opportunity for gossip, sidled up to Larry with a smirk. "Hey, isn't that the woman you've been seeing?" he asked, a knowing glint in his eye.Larry's jaw tightened at the mention of Liana's name, his expression hardening. "Mind your own business," he snapped, his voice low and dan
The operating room hummed with a controlled intensity as Dr. Thompson and his team prepared for Liana's main surgery. The sterile scent of antiseptic hung heavy in the air, mingling with the faint whirr of machinery and the soft beeping of monitors.Dr. Thompson's brow furrowed in concentration as he surveyed the array of instruments laid out before him. He exchanged a quick glance with his surgical team, their faces taut with anticipation as they braced themselves for the challenges ahead."Let's begin," Dr. Thompson said, his voice calm but resolute as he made the first incision. The sound of the scalpel cutting through flesh echoed in the room, a sharp reminder of the gravity of the situation.As the surgery progressed, tension mounted with each passing moment. The medical team worked with practiced precision, their movements swift and sure as they navigated the delicate terrain of Liana's body.But despite their best efforts, complications soon arose. Liana's blood pressure began
In Chris's hospital ward, the atmosphere was filled with anticipation as the doctor delivered the long-awaited news. Chris lay in his hospital bed, his face alight with hope as he listened to the doctor's words."I'm pleased to inform you that your recovery has been remarkable," the doctor announced, a smile tugging at the corners of his lips. "You'll be discharged tomorrow, Mr. Thompson."Chris's heart soared at the news, a surge of excitement coursing through him. Beside him, Yue Wang's eyes sparkled with joy, her smile radiant as she reached for his hand.Chairman Conrad, seated at the foot of Chris's bed, nodded in approval. "Excellent news indeed," he remarked, his voice tinged with satisfaction. "Cosmos, make arrangements to send word back to the mansion. We'll have a celebration worthy of the occasion."Cosmos, ever the efficient assistant, nodded in response. "Of course, Chairman," he replied, already reaching for his phone to carry out the orders.As Cosmos left the ward to m
Hours passed like slow-moving shadows, each moment stretching into an eternity in the sterile confines of the recovery room. Liana lay still, her body a fragile vessel teetering on the brink of life and death. The soft hum of machinery filled the air, a constant reminder of the delicate dance between science and mortality.As the night wore on, the doctor made his rounds, his footsteps echoing in the empty corridors like a harbinger of fate. He approached Liana's bed with a sense of practiced detachment, his clinical gaze sweeping over her prone form."She's stable," he announced to Liana's mother, who sat hunched in a chair by the window, her face etched with worry lines. Relief flooded her features, mingling with exhaustion as she let out a weary sigh. "Thank you, doctor," she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper.With a nod of acknowledgment, the doctor retreated, leaving mother and daughter alone in the quiet darkness. The soft glow of the moon filtered through the curtains
As dawn broke, Liana's mother arrived at the hospital with a glimmer of hope in her heart. She greeted the doctor with a grateful smile, eager for any news of her daughter's condition. "How is she?" she asked, her voice trembling with anticipation.The doctor's expression was grave as he met her gaze. "She's stable," he replied, his words a balm to her frayed nerves. "But she's still unconscious. We're doing everything we can for her."Relief flooded her features as she followed the doctor down the corridor towards the recovery room. But as they approached, her heart sank at the sight of a cluster of medical personnel gathered outside the door.Her brow furrowed in confusion as the doctor turned to her with a solemn expression. "I'm sorry, but you'll have to wait here," he said gently, placing a reassuring hand on her shoulder. "We need to run some tests on Liana."Her stomach churned with anxiety as she watched the flurry of activity through the glass window of the recovery room. Doc
Liana's mother sat in the hospital waiting area, her hands clenched tightly in her lap as she waited for news of her daughter's condition. The doctor approached her with a sympathetic smile, his eyes filled with compassion."Mrs. Anchor, I understand this is a difficult time for you," he said gently, his voice a soothing balm amidst the storm of her emotions. "But I want you to know that we did everything we could for Liana. Her passing, while tragic, is not the end of the world."His words offered little comfort to Liana's mother, whose grief threatened to consume her whole. Tears streamed down her cheeks unchecked, her heart aching with the pain of loss."How can you say that?" she choked out, her voice thick with emotion. "My daughter is gone... how can anything ever be okay again?"The doctor reached out, his hand resting lightly on her shoulder in a gesture of comfort. "I know it's hard to see it now, but time heals all wounds," he said softly. "You will find a way to carry on, f