Chapter 293Down the hall, in Liam’s ward, the police had begun their investigation. Officers cordoned off the area, questioning the hospital staff and taking statements from anyone who might have seen or heard anything unusual.The tension in the air was palpable, as everyone braced themselves for what might come next.Liam, still shaken from the attack, sat quietly in his room, his mind racing. Kai Nakamura was beside him, his face a mask of calm determination.Two officers, Detective Andrews and Detective Ramirez, were assigned to speak with Liam. As they approached the ward, they exchanged a brief glance, acknowledging the sensitivity of the situation.Liam Carter was not just another patient; he was a high-profile individual, and the incident involved serious criminal implications.Detective Andrews, the more seasoned of the two, knocked on the door gently but firmly. When the door opened, they were met by Kai Nakamura, who gave them a wary look."We're here to speak with Mr. Car
Chapter 294Kai closed the door quietly after the police left, the soft click echoing in the silence of the room.He walked back with measured steps and sat down across from Liam, who was staring at the floor, lost in thought.The tension between them was thick, a mixture of anxiety, anger, and uncertainty hanging in the air.Liam had been moved to a different room already, one that was now guarded by security officers stationed just outside the door.The extra protection was meant to reassure him, but it did little to ease his mind.Despite the added precautions, Liam had already made up his mind—he would leave the hospital later that day.The idea of staying any longer, even with only three days left until his official discharge, felt unbearable to him.The night's event had shaken him so deeply that he couldn’t imagine spending another night in the hospital, no matter how secure it was supposed to be.He finally broke the silence, his voice heavy with frustration. “So, who do you t
Chapter 295As Alisha slowly regained consciousness, her eyelids fluttered open, revealing the sterile white ceiling of the hospital room.The room was quiet except for the soft beeping of the machines monitoring her vitals. She felt disoriented, her thoughts scattered.The elderly nurse who had been monitoring her noticed the movement and immediately came to her side.“Alisha, can you hear me?” the nurse asked gently, placing a hand on her arm.Alisha’s eyes slowly focused on the nurse. “Where… where am I?” she asked weakly, her voice barely a whisper.“You're in the hospital,” the nurse replied with a calm, reassuring tone. “You had a bit of a scare, but you’re safe now.”The nurse leaned in closer, checking Alisha’s pulse and then adjusting the IV drip in her arm.She took out a stethoscope and placed it on Alisha’s chest, listening carefully to her heartbeat. Satisfied with what she heard, she moved on to check her blood pressure, scribbling notes onto a chart hanging by the bed.
Chapter 296By morning, the news of the incident at Sky Care Hospital had spread like wildfire throughout Emerald Falls.Every media outlet was covering the story, each with its own version of events. Some claimed it was a targeted assassination attempt on Liam Carter, while others speculated it was part of a broader conspiracy.The headlines buzzed with sensationalism, and the town was rife with rumors.Upstairs in his study, Eric Wood was buttoning up his shirt, preparing to head to the office.He had been trying to ignore the growing buzz outside, focusing instead on the day ahead. Just as he tightened his tie, he heard Mary’s voice calling from downstairs.“Honey, have you seen the news this morning?” she asked, her tone a mix of curiosity and concern.Eric paused, his hand hovering over his tie. “What news?” he called back, trying to sound casual as he walked toward the door. The truth was, he had a sinking feeling about what she might be referring to.“About Sky Care,” Mary repl
Chapter 297When Kate heard the news, she was at her neighbor's place, picking up a few things that she needed in the house.The television was on, the low hum of the news barely registering in her mind as she gathered what she just bought.She was about to leave when the anchor’s urgent tone caught her attention.“And in breaking news, there has been an incident at SkyCare Hospital…”Her neighbor, Mrs. Thompson suddenly gasped, her eyes widening as she focused on the screen. “Kate, wait a minute!” she said, her voice trembling slightly. “Isn’t that Alisha? Your daughter?”Kate, who was halfway to the door, stopped in her tracks and turned to the TV. Her heart skipped a beat as she saw the footage.Alisha’s face was unmistakable, caught in the chaos unfolding at SkyCare. For a moment, Kate was frozen in shock, her mind struggling to process what she was seeing.Mrs. Thompson reached out, placing a hand on Kate’s arm. “Kate, what’s going on? Why is Alisha on the news?”Kate shook her h
Chapter 298Meanwhile, before now, when Alisha was finally declared okay by Dr. Avery, there was a collective sigh of relief. Dr. Avery had reassured everyone in the room, saying, "She’s out of danger now. It’ll take time for her to fully recover, but she’s strong."Liam Carter, who had been waiting impatiently, didn’t waste any time. "Dr. Avery," he said, his voice firm, "I want to be discharged today."Dr. Avery looked at him with a slight frown. "Mr. Carter, you still have three days left before your official discharge. It’s important that you rest and fully recover."But Liam was resolute. "I understand, Doctor, but after what happened, I don’t feel safe here. I need to leave."Dr. Avery understood his concern and reluctantly agreed. "Alright, if you’re sure. I’ll sign the discharge papers, but please take it easy at home. Your health is still fragile."By this time, news of the incident had spread like wildfire. The hospital grounds were swarming with reporters, eager to get a st
Chapter 299As soon as Eric arrived at the office, his driver promptly opened the door for him. Eric stepped out, smoothing his suit jacket as he walked toward the entrance.His thoughts kept drifting back to the news he had seen earlier, the images of the hospital incident, concerning the assassination attempt on Liam Carter's life kept replaying in his mind. What if Liam accuses him of being responsible for the attack? What if he tries to use it as leverage to gain control on EMC?But he pushed those thoughts aside; there was too much to do today.Today was crucial. The finalization of Liam Carter's partnership with the board was set to be sealed, and there was no room for distraction.As he approached the entrance, the security guard, recognizing him, quickly opened the door and greeted him with a respectful nod."Good morning, Mr. Wood," the guard said, standing tall."Morning," Eric replied curtly, barely breaking his stride as he entered the building.He glanced at his watch and
Chapter 300Eric walked into his office, the door clicking shut behind him as he took in the familiar surroundings.The TV in his office was on, the news anchor's voice filling the room with updates on the SkyCare incident.Eric sighed, the weight of the situation pressing on him, and quickly grabbed the remote to turn it off. The sudden silence was a small relief.He moved to his desk, noticing a neat stack of files already waiting for him. His secretary, Cara, had likely placed them there earlier, ensuring everything was in order for the day. Eric sat down, running a hand through his hair before picking up the first file. As he flipped through the documents, reviewing the details carefully, his mind kept drifting back to the news. He signed some papers and set them aside, trying to stay focused, but it was no use. The incident at the hospital was too fresh, too unsettling.Glancing at his watch, he noted it was still just after 8 AM. The board meeting wasn't until 10, giving him so