Chapter 558



Edgar nodded repeatedly. “Exactly. Before passing out, Mr. Reeves said he could now focus solely on you, without distractions.”

Kallie’s emotions surged, yet she managed to ask, “What have the doctors said about Jake’s condition?”

Edgar faltered, his hesitation speaking volumes about the gravity of the situation.

Jake’s prognosis suggested he might be facing a vegetative state.

Despite her internal conflict, Kallie resigned herself to the situation. She was resolved to undertake a risky endeavor on behalf of Ewing.

Kallie took a deep breath and called Edgar outside. She was aware that people in comas might hear surrounding sounds, and she aimed to keep Jake from any further stress.

Kallie relayed Saniya’s demands precisely to Edgar.

Unsurprisingly, Edgar was livid and proposed a confrontation with Saniya immediately. “This is preposterous! She’s exploiting our desperation to blackmail us. We had no intention of harming her. The nerve of her!”

Kallie gave a soft laugh. “It’s because Saniya has fooled us all. She’s not the vulnerable figure she portrays. Always acting—but that doesn’t matter now. You must collaborate with me. You have no other option.”

Edgar appeared distressed. “Madam, please reconsider. Both your daughter and Mr. Reeves need your presence. What would we do if something were to happen to you?” Sophie felt uneasy, aware of the risks she was taking.

“I understand the stakes. Should anything happen to me, your priority is to safeguard Jake and Sophie. You must ensure Sophie’s safety at all costs. You know me. Even if you ground me, I’ll find a way out. I’m resolute. Surely, you wouldn’t want an irate Jake when he awakens? If I’m harmed, delay informing Jake or Sophie. Wait until Jake’s stronger. Believe me, I’ll manage. I’m left with no alternative.”

Edgar, noting Kallie’s resolve, inhaled deeply and nodded. “Understood.”

At that moment, a doctor approached, adjusting his glasses solemnly. “Who here is related to the patient?”

Kallie responded softly, “I am.”

The doctor let out a regretful sigh. “The patient is nearly in a vegetative state. His awakening is now a matter of fate. There’s little we can do. He has sustained a head injury. The fact that he’s alive is already a miracle.”

Edgar, agitated, stepped forward. “What do you mean? You didn’t say this yesterday. You said you needed to monitor Mr. Reeves’ condition for a few days to see if he would wake up. How can you now claim he is in a vegetative state? We should consider transferring him to a better hospital!”

Kallie, disheartened but forcing a calm facade, restrained Edgar as he nearly broke down. “Please calm down, Edgar. The medical staff here is top-notch. Moving Jake could worsen his condition. You have to believe he will wake up. Jake has always been fortunate. And so have I.”

Every journey starts at gαℓησν𝒆𝓁s․c𝗈𝗆 Edgar calmed somewhat and gazed at the unconscious Jake, then at the resolute Kallie, overwhelmed by sadness.

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