Chapter 149 The Hope

• "Do something, Doctor," Alexander commanded in a tone that brooked no argument. As the Duke, his authority was absolute in his territory, and no one dared defy his orders.
• "We've done everything we can. He's receiving the best possible treatment and medication. All we can do now is wait and hope for the next twenty-four hours," the doctor replied with a look of helplessness on his face. "Excuse me, I need to attend to my rounds," he added as he stood up and left the room.
• Matteo and Alexander remained seated, still unable to process the grim news. There was nothing left to do but wait for twenty-four hours and hope that the Italian Don would regain consciousness before the deadline passed.