Dazzling sunlight streamed in from the window. The ceiling was snow-white and spotless. The smell of disinfectant in the air was strong. 

“I think he’s awake!” Ethan heard Johanna’s excited voice. Then, he heard Beal’s voice. 

“I’ll call the doctor. When Janet comes back from getting breakfast, I’m sure she’ll be really happy!”

The doctor came minutes later. He took out a small flashlight and checked Ethan’s pupils. 

“He’s awake, which means that he’ll be fine. As for when he should be discharged from the hospital, it’ll depend on the wound’s rate of recovery.” 

After the doctor left, Johanna immediately approached Ethan’s bedside and asked worriedly, “How are you feeling? Are you in pain? If you feel any discomfort, I’ll call our private doctor to check on you again.” E

than couldn’t believe his ears. Did he suffer from a head injury as well? Why did his mother-in-law suddenly care about him?

him a glass of water. “I bet you’re thirsty. Here’s some water.”

it was poisoned. It wasn’t impossible that this couple would scheme to get rid of him

scaring

Ethan. Then she cleared her throat and said, “Thank you for saving our beloved daughter. In a way, it’s like you saved the two of us.

Ethan could tell that she was being sincere. It seemed that

was all an illusion, Ethan had to close his eyes and gather his bearings. He

have some breakfast.

looked at Ethan first even though she was talking to her parents. When she saw that he

“Your parents were so mean to me before. Why are they so kind to me all

the take-out bowl, and the delicious aroma

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