Chapter 45 Do You Like Me?

• The doctor first washed his hands carefully before turning to Allacia. He began to explain in a calm, professional tone, "It's like this: Mr. Lloyd was injured not too long ago, but the wound wasn't properly treated, which led to an infection and fever. That's why he fell unconscious."
• Allacia's gaze sharpened as it flicked to the doctor, her voice tinged with impatience, "I'm not asking for the cause. I want to know how he's doing now. Is he any better? Will he need further treatment?"
• Her gaze drifted back to the still figure of Zishan lying on the bed, her concern evident in the furrow of her brow.