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
Chapter 301After ending the call with Eric Wood, James Wane sat in his car, his mind racing.The second assassination attempt on Liam Carter had just added fuel to an already dangerous fire.Eric’s fear that Liam might suspect him for the attack gnawed at the edges of James’s thoughts. He couldn’t afford to let this situation spiral any further.His fingers moved over the phone screen swiftly as he dialed Gregor’s number. The phone rang only once before Gregor answered, his tone brisk and professional.“Gregor, it’s James,” he said, his voice sharp, cutting straight to the point. “Have you heard about the second assassination attempt on Liam Carter’s life?”Gregor's voice came through, steady but with an underlying tension. “Yeah, I’ve seen the news. I’m actually on my way to Carter Comb right now concerning the private investigator job.”“Good,” James said, exhaling slightly. He looked out at the busy streets, watching people go about their lives, oblivious to the chaos that was bre
Chapter 302Williams Jesse sat alone in his dimly lit hotel room at sky suite hotel, the weight of the previous night's events pressing down on him.His mind was consumed with swirling thoughts, replaying the botched attempt to kill Liam Carter.He clenched his fists as he wondered, ‘If I had gone in, would I have been able to kill Liam myself?’The question gnawed at him, and he began to contemplate if he and Sasha would have stood a chance against Nathaniel Grey. Now, Sasha was dead, and the plan had failed. His anger boiled over, and in a sudden outburst, he slammed his hand hard on the table across the room.The dull thud echoed in the quiet space, but it did little to relieve the frustration brewing inside him.Remorse began to creep into his thoughts, but Williams quickly shoved it aside, silencing the voice of guilt with cold indifference. ‘Sasha was just a pawn,’ he reminded himself. He had sacrificed her, and that’s all she ever was—a disposable piece in a much bigger game.
Chapter 303Later that evening, Jaxon’s phone buzzed loudly on the table, the sharp sound cutting through the otherwise quiet room. He glanced at the screen, his lips curling into a knowing grin as he saw Ken’s name flash across it. He picked up the call, turning slightly away from Williams and Milly.“Everything’s set up?” Jaxon asked, his voice low, though the excitement in his tone was evident.On the other end, Ken’s voice responded, muffled but clearly affirming that all was in place. Jaxon nodded to himself, then ended the call. He pocketed his phone and turned toward the others, a playful smirk plastered on his face. “Well,” he said, stretching his arms as if shaking off any tension, “I’ve got some business to take care of.”Williams, already suspecting what “business” meant, arched an eyebrow, watching Jaxon closely. He leaned forward in his seat, his glass of wine balanced casually in one hand. “What kind of business?” Williams asked, keeping his tone neutral.Jaxon gave a s