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.

memory of his actions

somewhat regretful.

damn woman

at what she had become now!

didn’t directly address Cedric’s words. Instead,

the

The statement was heart–wrenching.

to adapt is a good thing. Like just now, I

also sense his

even a bit frantic!

influence, she would surely recover in the shortest

she

Cedric had forcefully

flung accusations at

shut off her phone. Since the

even curses.

so shocking, almost enough to tear

your sight as soon

“When will that happen?”

to be indifferent about this. She was even anxious to regain her vision,

to see everything.

looked at her and said,

Very soon!

exactly did

Isabella swallowed hard.

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

before

restlessness in his

up and said, “Rest

saying that, he walked straight

the hospital room, he heard Isabella ask, “Is it

Cedric’s b*dy shook violently!

But at this moment, his cold and tough heart couldn’t help but

person? It wasn’t a matter of getting used

unable to distinguish between

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

his

I believe you, Isabella

warm words strengthened

making a strategic retreat in

Cedric left, he had Yuvan arrange for two b*dyguards at Isabella’s room door to

leaked reports originated. Even if it was an individual, he was

get to it right away,” Yuvan said on the

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