Yet, it felt as if Alyssaâs soul had gone over to Jasperâs side. All that was left was a beautiful outer shell.
Jonah let out a quiet sigh. He unbuttoned one of his shirt buttons and reached into his collar. He retrieved a silver cross, which he wore at all times.
âGive this to Jasper when he wakes up.â
He placed the chain into Alyssaâs palm and closed her fingers around âJonah, this⦠This isâ¦â she stammered in surprise, her eyes reflecting a sense of astonishment.
âThis chain isnât worth much, but it holds significant meaning to me. Iâve been wearing it for over ten years. Mysterious as it may seem, it has protected me all these years. Whenever I find myself in danger or get into big trouble, it has helped me get out of those situations.â
Jonah smiled bitterly, but he had a burning determination in his eyes at the same time.
He continued, âNow that it has come to this, there is nothing else that I can do. It is all up to God. We just have to wait and see if Jasper is strong enough to get through this. As for me, I can only pray for him. Iâll place my hope in God. I hope you wonât laugh at me, Lyse.â
Alyssa sniffled. Unable to hold back her tears, she started crying again, burying her head into Jonahâs arms and sobbing like a devastated child.
âJonah, thank you. Thanksâ¦â
âDonât be silly. Iâll be angry if you donât stop thanking me,â Jonah Mixed feelings welled up in Alyssaâs heart, and she bawled her eyes out.
âLyse, once Jasper regains consciousness, you should treat him well. At the very least, stop making things difficult for him. Donât be mad at him anymore.â
Jonah gently stroked the top of her head. He sighed, âHe has really tried his best for you. I donât think I could have done the same as he did if it were me.â
Once again, the scene when Jasper rushed to her and shielded her from the arrow flashed across her eyes.
âLyse, donât cryâ¦â
She closed her eyes tight, but tears continued streaming down her face.
The Taylor family arrived at the hospital and entered the underground parking lot.
When they arrived, Landon was already there, waiting for them.
The moment Alyssa got out of the car, she ran toward him with an anxious and worried look in her eyes. âHow is Jasper?â she asked.
Landon explained, âHeâs in the emergency room. His surgeon is someone you know.â
âSomeone I know⦠Is it Julien?â She was sharp and figured it out in a heartbeat.
Then, she turned back to look at Jonah.
Jonah looked back at her calmly. Simply from the look in his eyes, âYeah. He has been in surgery for about three hours.â
Landon was very concerned. He felt compelled to object.
âLyse, I heard that Dr. Lovelace is a relative of Mrs. Taylor. Is he reliable? He looked so goofy. Itâs like as if he is here to play. Why does he look so unreliable?
âWould it be better if you were to take over in person? You were the one who operated on Jasperâs brain last time, werenât you?â
Alyssa was at a loss for words.
âPlay? Iâll show him what play is.â
Axel put his hand by the car window with a cigarette between his fingers. He couldnât help but mock, âHeâs a fop. Seems like the Harper family failed to teach you about that.â
âGood on you for knowing what it means, smarty pants,â Landon scoffed in response.
Landon simply pouted and mumbled to himself because he was Alyssaâs brother. He wouldâve lashed out a long time ago if it were. someone else.
âIn Mosgravia, Dr. Lovelaceâs medical capabilities are comparable with Dr. Whiteâs.â
Jonah furrowed his brows slightly. He then asked in a voice cold enough to make anyone shiver, âYou are also from a wealthy and reputable family, Mr. Landon. You should be able to comprehend that there is always someone better than you out there, right?â