Chapter 258Jaxon barged into James' office, his face flushed with anger. He saw James shaking hands with Milly and, without waiting another second, confronted him."Leave Milly alone!" Jaxon shouted, stepping closer. "She's sick, and you have no right to question her whereabouts because she took leave from me."James looked confused and surprised, but before Milly could intervene and calm Jaxon down, Jaxon grabbed James by the shirt and pulled him close.James, clearly annoyed, said firmly, "Let go of me, Jaxon. You have no idea what you're talking about."Jaxon sneered, his grip tightening, "What are you gonna do about it, huh?"Milly, using a soft tone, pleaded, "Jaxon, sweetie, please calm down. Everything's sorted out now. James has been understanding."Ignoring her, Jaxon leaned in closer to James and hissed, "Listen up, you're still on my list of people I need to teach a lesson. Don't you forget that."James looked directly into Jaxon's eyes, his voice steady, "You need to calm
Chapter 259Meanwhile, back at Sky Care in Richard's ward, Richard was already standing up, flexing his arms, and smiling broadly. "Feeling good, Richard?" Dr. Avery, the head doctor, asked as he walked into the room."Better than ever, Doc," Richard replied with a grin. "I can't believe it. I never thought I'd walk again."Dr. Avery nodded, a pleased smile on his face. "Well, it looks like all the treatments have paid off. Your progress has been remarkable."Richard watched as Dr. Avery checked his vitals once again with some advanced devices. The doctor meticulously noted Richard's bone density and neural connections. "Everything looks great," Dr. Avery confirmed, adjusting his glasses. "Your bones have regained their strength, and your neural connections are functioning perfectly.""That's amazing," Richard said, flexing his fingers. "It's like a miracle.""It certainly is," Dr. Avery agreed. He then proceeded to ask Richard a series of questions to ensure everything was in order
Chapter 260After getting the news from her dad that he was okay and fine, and could walk again and was ready to go home, Alisha was overjoyed.She had been worried sick about him ever since he got down with the stroke, and hearing his voice full of life again was a massive relief.The smile on her face was impossible to hide as she moved through her day at work, but she found it increasingly difficult to concentrate.Her thoughts kept drifting back to Sky Care. She imagined her dad standing up from his hospital bed, walking steadily with the help of the nurses, and the smile on his face when he saw her. The clock seemed to be ticking slower than ever. "Why does time always move so slowly when you're looking forward to something?" she wondered with a smile.She tried to focus on her tasks, answering calls and attending meetings, but her mind was elsewhere. Colleagues noticed her distracted state, and a few even teased her about being in love. She just laughed it off, not wanting to sh
Chapter 261Meanwhile, they got home around 10 pm that night. The gate was locked, so Alisha honked several times, but there was no answer.Richard noticed her frustration and said, "Don't worry, honey, I've got this."He tried getting out of the car, but Alisha stopped him. "Dad, I'll handle it," she said.But Richard insisted, "No, I'll do it."He finally got out of the car and proceeded to go open the gate for her.At that moment, Kate was already coming out of the house, muttering, "I'm coming, I'm coming." She scolded, "Whoever is blowing that horn, take it easy! Alisha, is that you? Where are you coming from this late?"As she opened the gate, she was shocked to see her husband, Richard, standing there. "Richard!" she exclaimed, "You're back and on your feet!"She tried to hug him, but Richard pushed her away. "Get out of my way," he barked. "I'll slap you if you don't disappear from my sight."Kate was shocked and embarrassed, remaining silent as Richard opened the gate fully f
Chapter 262It was almost 5pm.Meanwhile, Eric Wood sat in his office, the dim lighting reflecting his somber mood as he stared at the phone on his desk. The thought of visiting Liam Carter in the hospital sent chills down his bones.Liam has been effectively blackmailing him into a business partnership, and it weighed heavily on his mind because Liam might accuse him of being responsible for current state. He ran a hand through his hair, debating whether it was worth the trouble. Despite the coercion, Liam was going to be a significant business partner, and maintaining a good relationship seemed crucial. But the idea of bowing to Liam’s demands left a bitter taste in his mouth.Finally, he sighed and picked up the phone, dialing James’ number.James was at his desk, organizing documents when his phone rang. He glanced at the caller ID and saw it was Eric. "Eric," he answered, his voice steady. "What’s up?""James," Eric began, his tone hesitant. "I’ve been thinking... should I go se
Chapter 263Eric Wood stepped out of the car, his driver quickly moving to open the door for him. He nodded in acknowledgment, adjusting his suit jacket as he stepped onto the pavement.The familiar sight of the hospital loomed before him, a place he had visited countless times with his daughter, Claire, for her checkups. It felt different today, though. This visit wasn’t for Claire—it was business, and it was personal.As he walked toward the entrance, a few hospital workers milling about recognized him. Their faces lit up with recognition as they approached him.“Mr. Wood, good afternoon!” one of the nurses greeted him with a warm smile. “It’s been a while since we last saw you.”“Good afternoon, Mr. Wood,” another worker chimed in, extending a hand. “How have you been?”Eric smiled politely, shaking hands with them. “Good afternoon,” he replied, his tone friendly but professional. “It’s good to see all of you. How’s everyone doing?”“We’re doing well, sir,” the first nurse responde
Chapter 264As they approached Liam’s room, Eric’s thoughts shifted to the task at hand—one that could shape the future of EMC and his own personal fate.“We are here, Sir.” The nurse said, interrupting Eric's thoughts.“Oh! Thank you,” Eric replied and smiled at her.He readied himself before entering.As Eric stepped into Liam's room, he noticed the subtle tension in the air. Liam was seated upright in his hospital bed, a book resting on his lap. He looked up as Eric entered, his expression neutral but with a hint of curiosity.His lips curled into a faint smile that didn’t quite reach his eyes. “Eric,” he said smoothly, closing the book and placing it on the table beside him. “What a pleasant surprise.”Eric forced a smile, trying to hide his nerves. "Liam, it's good to see you. I wanted to check in and see how you're doing after... everything that happened."Liam’s smile widened, a predatory glint in his eyes, as he cracked his knuckles. “That’s very considerate of you. I’m recove
Chapter 265Eric Wood’s thoughts were swirling as he walked out of the hospital. His encounter with Liam Carter left a bitter taste in his mouth, and he couldn’t shake the uneasy feeling that had settled in his chest.He was so lost in his own mind that he didn’t even notice when his driver opened the car door for him.“Sir,” Jackson called respectfully, his voice cutting through Eric’s reverie.Eric blinked, coming back to reality. “Oh, sorry, Jackson,” he murmured as he slid into the backseat of the sleek black sedan. Jackson, without needing any instructions, started the engine and pulled out of the hospital parking lot, heading towards Diamond Ville, the upscale neighborhood where Eric’s family resided.As they drove, the streets were alive with the evening’s activities. Vendors packed up their stalls, couples strolled along the sidewalks, and children played with the last remnants of daylight. But the sights and sounds of the bustling city barely registered with Eric.His mind wa