Chapter 1789

“How bad is it?” Edmund’s anxiety seemed to peak, prompting him to request immediately, “Take me to her, now.

She’s been through a lot recently-there was a heavy downpour yesterday, and she witnessed Benny’s death at Seamarch Cliff.

”

Colin nodded solemnly and motioned for Edmund to follow.

As Colin and Edmund entered the room, they found Flossie still unconscious, her face etched with discomfort.

Her cheeks were flushed with fever, and she seemed to be wrestling with her pain even in sleep.

Edmund’s heart sank at the sight of his daughter suffering.

Colin, sensing his concern, quickly reassured him, “She has been Like this since her return from Seamarsh Cliff.

The doctor just examined her and assured us she’d recover once the fever subsides.

Don’t worry, I’ll ensure she gets the best care.

”

Just as Colin finished speaking, Flossie began to stir, her eyelids fluttering open slowly.

Colin immediately moved closer, his tone soft and caring.

“Would you like some water?”

Flossie looked up, her expression clouded with confusion.

As she tried to sit up, using her elbow for support, Colin quickly assisted, helping her lean comfortably against the headboard before handing her a glass of water.

After a few sips, the fog of grogginess began to clear from Flossie’s mind, and her gaze shifted to Edmund standing by the bed.

Her brow furrowed as she questioned his presence.

“What are you doing here?”

Edmund’s face was a mixture of relief at seeing her awake and guilt for her condition.

“I’ve failed to keep you safe.

If I have given you a reason to be afraid, then I am sorry.

.

”

Before he could delve further into the painful events of the previous day, Flossie cut him off sharply, saying, “No need to say anything more.

Now, I just want to look forward.

I don’t want to hear about the people and things from the past anymore.

”

Her tone was firm, signaling her desire to move beyond the pain.

Edmund bit back the rest of his apology, respecting her wishes.

He switched gears, bringing up another matter that had been weighing on his mind.

“I came to see you today because I have something to ask you.

I’m going back to Dorburn in a few days.

Would you like to go with me?”

Flossie looked at Edmund in shock.

Colin’s demeanor shifted subtly, and he nervously questioned, “Why such a sudden decision?”

Surprisingly, Colin’s response was more pronounced than Flossie’s.

Edmund regarded him with suspicion, furrowing his brow but choosing to remain silent.

Colin had an epiphany, realizing the extent of his reaction.

Seeking to explain himself, he elaborated, “Consider that Flossie has been rooted in Seamarsh, both personally and professionally.

Transitioning to Dorburn means starting everything from scratch.

Isn’t that a hasty decision?”

Flossie directed her inquiry to Edmund, questioning, “What’s prompting your return to Dorburn? Is something wrong?”

Edmund responded with nonchalance, explaining, “There are issues with my business in Dorburn that require my attention, Additionally, my career’s main focus lies there…”

He paused momentarily, reflecting that he initially arrived in Seamarsh to expand his business, hence his agreement to cooperate with Benny.

However, the outcome was unexpected; not only did the collaboration with Benny fall through, but it also left behind a significant mess for him to sort out.