âSheâs seriously ill and has undergone surgery.
Although the surgery was successful, she still requires extensive rehabilitation.
Thatâs why Iâve taken on these perilous jobs.â
So that was the reason!
Rosalynn gazed at Jamir, who was on the brink of death, understanding now that his actions were driven by a profound love for his sister.
To the outside world, he might not appear to be a good man, but to his family, he was undeniably a responsible and loving brother.
âMrs.
Hughes, since I saved you, could you help look after my brother and sister?â Jamir asked, squeezing Rosalynnâs hand with the last of his strength, his earnest eyes locked on hers.
Rosalynn, moved beyond words, nodded.
âOf course.â
âThank you.
Please tell my brother not to follow in my footsteps, to remain virtuous, and to care for our sister.â
âAlright.â
Jamir managed a final, weary smile, satisfied with her promise.
With that, he coughed violently, a rush of blood escaping his lips, and then his eyes fluttered shut for the last time.
A N G E L A âs L I B R A R Y
Upon seeing Jamir shut his eyes, Rosalynn cried out in alarm, âJamir!â
âLet me check on him!â Shari rushed over to examine Jamirâs injuries, her voice tight with urgency.
âGosh! Heâs not breathing.â
Tears welled up in Rosalynnâs eyes as she was enveloped in Brianâs arms, a searing pain clutching her heart.
Jamir had died saving them; she owed him her life.
âLife and death are at the mercy of fate,â Brian murmured, his voice a soothing balm.
âLetâs honor his last wish with all our hearts.â
He gently kissed Rosalynnâs hair, pressing her head to his chest as he whispered words of comfort.
Rosalynnâs tears soaked his collar, her sobs muffled against his shirt, the words too heavy to escape her Lips.
Soon, the police took Jamirâs body away.
Galen approached, his voice somber.
âMr.
Hughes, Mrs.
Hughes, letâs go.â
âOkay.â
Brianâs voice was steady as he helped Rosalynn to her feet, his eyes filled with concern.
Rosalynn gathered herself, and together, they leaned on each other for support as they followed Galenâs lead.
âMr.
Hughes, Mrs.
Hughes, youâll be returning to Skrix soon, right?â Shari caught up with them, her tone curious.
Rosalynn turned to her, eyebrows raised.
âYou know us?â