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.

that he had calmed down, the memory of his actions

somewhat regretful.

that damn woman

she had become now! She was practically

directly address Cedric’s words. Instead, she said, “I’ve

the

The statement was heart–wrenching.

“Being able to adapt is a good

also sense

even a bit

her brother’s influence, she would surely recover

she

though Cedric had forcefully brought

flung accusations

was unaware that Isabella had shut off her phone.

even curses.

so shocking, almost enough to

your sight as soon as possible!”

“When will that happen?”

about this. She was even anxious to regain her

to see everything.

looked at her and

Very soon!

what exactly

Isabella swallowed hard.

this is not that bad. The darkness is not as difficult as I

interrupted her before she could finish her

restlessness in

up and

he walked

step out of the hospital room,

Cedric’s b*dy shook violently!

been a reserved person. But at this moment,

It wasn’t a matter

of being unable to distinguish between day and

soon, okay?” His tone softened, carrying a hint

initially irritated, but his patience gradually

I believe you,

words strengthened the man’s heart at

Isabella’s tactic of making a strategic retreat in order

two b*dyguards at Isabella’s room door to prevent any extremists from harming

leaked reports originated. Even if it was an individual,

right away,” Yuvan said

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