My CEO HUSBAND sign the divorce novel Chapter 76

Chapter 76: Three Months to Live

We followed them inside.

"The patient needs rest," the doctor reminded us. "Please keep your voices down."

"Thank you, doctor," Aunt said gratefully.

"It’s no trouble. If you need anything, let us know," he replied before leaving.

Aunt turned to us. "She’s stable now. You can relax a little. After waiting so long, you should all eat something."

"Alicia, you’ve been here this whole time," she added gently. "Take a break. Now that Nana is stable, don’t exhaust yourself. You’ll need your strength when she wakes up."

"Rose is right," Uncle agreed. "Why don’t you go home and rest? She may not wake up anytime soon."

"Aunt, you should go home with Grace," Alexander said. "The driver can bring you back tomorrow."

Though she hesitated at first, we eventually convinced her.

"Uncle, please take them home. Alicia hasn’t been discharged yet—we’ll wait here," Alexander added.

"Alright. Thank you, Alexander," Uncle said before leaving with Aunt and Grace.

Soon, only Alexander and I were left in the room. A quiet tension settled between us.

"You haven’t eaten, have you?" he asked softly. "After waiting this long, let me get you something. Just a quick bite."

"Mm," I nodded.

Alexander turned and walked out, his footsteps echoing faintly in the corridor.

Third Person POV

After leaving the room, Alexander called Jim and asked him to bring food for Alicia. Then, without hesitation, he headed straight to Dr. Harrison’s office.

Inside, Dr. Harrison had just sunk into his chair after the long surgery when a knock sounded at the door.

"Come in."

He rubbed his forehead, exhaustion evident on his face. Though only middle-aged, the demands of his work made him look far older.

"Alexander, it’s you. What can I do for you?" 𝕗𝐫𝚎𝗲𝘄𝐞𝕓𝐧𝕠𝘃𝕖𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝚖

"Dr. Harrison, I need to know the truth about my grandmother’s condition. I’m alone—you don’t have to hide anything. Please, tell me honestly."

Dr. Harrison straightened, his expression turning grave. He let out a quiet sigh before speaking.

"To be honest, Matriarch Roseline’s health has been declining for years, mainly due to stress. Even though she’s taken care of herself, her body can no longer keep up. The surgery was successful, but her overall condition is still critical."

Alexander’s voice dropped to a whisper. "How much time does she have?"

Dr. Harrison met his gaze and slowly raised three fingers. "At best, three months. Beyond that... it’s out of my hands. It will depend on fate."

Alexander went rigid, as if struck by an invisible blow. A dull ache spread through his chest.

Three months.

That was all she had left.

He wanted to believe it was some kind of cruel mistake—but deep down, he knew better. If even Dr. Harrison, a leading expert, had no solution...

"Alexander, I know this is difficult to accept," the doctor continued gently. "But the truth is, the chairwoman has already come to terms with her condition. What concerns her most is you."

He hesitated briefly before adding, "I’ve seen the news... Is it true that you and Alicia are getting a divorce?"

Stepping closer, Dr. Harrison placed a hand on Alexander’s shoulder. "She’s the one you’re meant to spend your life with. If things truly can’t be fixed, I won’t interfere. But the chairwoman doesn’t have much time left. Wouldn’t it be better to let her leave this world in peace?"

Alexander’s eyes reddened as he swallowed hard. "I understand, Dr. Harrison. Thank you."

With a heavy heart, he turned and walked out.

He found a quiet corner, sat down, and stared ahead blankly—like a statue, still and lifeless.

"Mrs. Alicia, Mr. Blackwood asked me to bring you some food," Jim said as he walked in, holding a food box. He set it down and helped her open it.

Alicia looked up. "Where is he?"

"I’m not sure. His car is still downstairs, so he’s probably somewhere in the hospital," Jim replied.

She nodded softly.

With her grandmother’s condition worsening, she knew Alexander must be carrying just as much pain as she was. He was probably alone somewhere, trying to steady himself.

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