Janice grabbed the gurney that was about to wheel away and sat up, straining to look at Janetta on the bed.
We all followed her gaze.
Indeed, Janetta's hand was clenched into a fist, shaking continuously. At that moment, I almost broke into tears. It meant that Janetta was conscious. She must have sensed that her sister was in danger,which lead to her agitation.
The monitor on the bedside table started beeping, sending a panic through the room.
Janice gritted her teeth, grabbed me by my arm, and said anxiously, "Aaliyah, please watch over my sister for me. I beg you!"
I nodded fervently. "Don't worry. I'll make sure she's okay! Doctor, please save her! Go..."
After saying this, I pushed the gurney. The medical staff quickly started wheeling Janice towards the emergency room.
Gevena gave me a look. We exchanged glances, and she followed Janice.
I stood rooted to the spot and watched them disappear from sight before rushing to Janetta's bedside.
"Janetta!" I called out, clutching her trembling hand. Regardless of whether she could hear me, I tried to soothe her, "Don't worry. Everything will be fine!"
By this time, Irving had called for the medical staff of this ward, and was instructing them about something.
Catherine had also finished her call and returned, looking at us helplessly.
Seeing Irving reaching out to touch Janetta, I barked, "Don't touch her!"
Everyone in the room was stunned by my outburst, all eyes on me. Irving stared at me, his eyes filled with confusion and a hint of menace. I didn't hesitate. "Since Janice has entrusted Janetta to me, nobody can touch her in my presence! Mr. Bradlee, you’ve promised Gevena to leave, and you’d better keep your word!"
At this point, I was truly furious. I had had enough of their father-daughter drama and didn't want to give them any leeway.
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