Never Late, Never Away

Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2179

For someone who seemed to be so put-together all the time, she looked remarkably vulnerable in this state. With a poor sense of direction, food allergies, there seemed to be no end to the suffering she had to endure. Larry sighed inaudibly and sat down on the sofa next to her bed.

Suddenly, Jessica began to mumble something in her sleep. Larry was just barely able to make out what she was saying.

Is that what I think it is? She’s calling for her father? With slow, measured steps, Larry walked towards her.

Jessica’s face was flushed, with beads of sweat all over her face. The doctor had taken a look at her and mentioned that it was a normal reaction. She would be alright after a while.

“Dad, don’t go! Don’t leave me,” murmured Jessica.

Without warning, she stretched out her right hand and firmly held onto Larry’s, refusing to let go.

Larry tried to tug his hand away but he could not escape her vise-like grip. Does she think I’m her father?

Also, it has been so long. Her father had yet to reach out to her. Under normal circumstances, any parent would have called to enquire about their daughter, who happened to be with their competitor. Larry’s gaze darkened as he thought about the kind of mess she was in.

arm, trying to wake her from her apparent nightmare. “Jessica? Hey.

with a shrill scream and opened her eyes, feeling a little

 Why does it feel so warm? Larry eyed Jessica

The doctor check her BP and checked on her one more time before he

do you feel better?” enquired Larry

look at the man in front of

at a loss. He could

are you crying? Are you feeling unwell? Are you in pain? Shall I fetch the doctor again?” He got up urgently and prepared

Jessica tightened her grip around Larry’s waist to prevent him

know why she was crying,

nothing. I just dreamt that my Dad died. What was I to do?” Jessica’s voice shook before she broke into tears again. “He was going to leave me behind. He… didn’t want me

but now she’s here whining

just a nightmare. Besides, aren’t dreams usually the opposite of the reality? Don’t dwell on it. Just take care of yourself and recover,” said Larry gently. “Do you know what you’re

am severely allergic

eaten half the serving of zucchini.