Chapter 118 The Fish That Sl*pped Through the Net (2)

“What do you mean that it doesn’t add up?” Cedric’s tone grew even colder and more aloof.

It didn’t add up?

Having been in the business world for so many years, he always wanted definite results.

He disliked answers with uncertainty.

“Hey now, I’m just respecting your wishes. If you want, I can arrange a more definitive examination for

you.

“So, what you’re saying is you’re not sure?”

“Yes.”

“Then this is pointless!” Cedric said and hung up the phone.

He had no interest in these uncertainties.

How Isabella’s eyes were injured….

He hadn’t dared to recall it those days. Every time he thought about it, his heart tightened. Just thinking about the reason for her injury could evoke the image of Isabella’s desperation, which in turn deepened his hatred for Natalie.

After hanging up the phone and turning around, he saw Isabella sitting on the bed. The white cloth that covered the gruesome wound was now back on her face, and she had resumed her

r usual cold and charming demeanor,

“Why are you up?” Cedric frowned as he entered the room, completely forgetting what Isaac had said on the phone.

Isabella’s tone was gentle as she replied, “I heard you on the phone, so I got up to take a look. It’s been a while since I’ve seen you.”

As Isabella said the latter sentence, a hint of grievance tinged her tone.

Cedric frowned. He pulled a chair over and sat beside the bed. “Want some water?”

“No need.” Isabella shook her head.

Her calm demeanor revealed no emotions. Though she was usually so quiet, Cedric found himself unusually agitated facing her at this moment.

he reconsidered.

He put the cigarette back untouched.

Isabella seemed to sense Cedric’s off mood.

With a touch of sadness in her tone, she said, “During today’s examination, the doctor said the surgery could be done soon. I thought today would be the day…”

She didn’t finish the sentence, but her words carried a faint sense of disappointment and sorrow.

Cedric paused in his actions. Then, he looked at her and took a deep breath.

“Bella…”

Yeah?

“I’m sorry.

of his actions

somewhat regretful.

that damn woman deserved

she had become now! She was

but didn’t directly address

the darkness

The statement was heart–wrenching.

continued, “Being able to adapt is a good

sense his

and even a bit frantic!

her brother’s influence, she would surely recover in the

she went

had forcefully brought Natalie to

accusations at

unaware that Isabella had shut off her

even curses.

shocking, almost enough to tear

make sure you regain your sight as soon as possible!” Cedric said

“When will that happen?”

longer pretend to be indifferent about this. She was even

to see everything.

her and said, “Very

Very soon!

exactly did

Isabella swallowed hard.

The darkness is not as difficult as I imagined.

Cedric interrupted her before she could finish her

couldn’t suppress the restlessness in

and said, “Rest

that, he walked

hospital room, he heard Isabella ask, “Is

Cedric’s b*dy shook violently!

reserved person. But at this moment, his cold and tough heart couldn’t help

to a person? It wasn’t

the despair of being unable to distinguish between day

His tone softened, carrying

irritated, but his

believe

and warm words strengthened

making a strategic retreat in order

b*dyguards at Isabella’s room door to prevent any

the leaked reports originated. Even if it was an

get to it right

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