Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism novel Chapter 679

Evelina asked, "How long do we have to wait?"

As time dragged on, an unsettling feeling grew deeper in her gut.

She was eager to get the surgery done as soon as possible.

Jenny said, "If we follow the usual timeline, we might have to wait until the end of the year. But Winona mentioned that our CEO seems to be good friends with this doctor. They met when he was studying in Wiltonshire. Maybe we can use his connection to get the doctor to come sooner."

Evelina's eyes brightened. "Really? That would be wonderful."

After all, she and Jasper had been together. He would likely be willing to help if she reached out, wouldn't he?

Jenny nodded. "Weren't you two together before? You were once lovers, so there's bound to be some lingering affection. Why not give him a call and see how he feels about it? If he's unwilling to help, then Winona's efforts might be in vain."

That made sense.

Evelina had the same idea as Jenny.

Without hesitation, she took her phone from under her pillow, found Jasper's number, and dialed it.

Meanwhile, in the CEO's office of Apex Entertainment.

Jasper was engrossed in the live broadcast of the Splendor Awards. On his computer screen, Violeta was delivering her acceptance speech, proudly holding her trophy.

Jasper leaned back in his chair, his long legs crossed and resting on the desk.

He absentmindedly played with an unlit cigar in his hand.

Just then, his phone suddenly rang. Glancing at the screen, he saw that it was Evelina calling.

Rather than rushing to answer, he let it ring for a moment before leisurely picking up the call.

"Hello?"

"Jasper, it's me."

"Is there something you need?"

Evelina's voice came through the phone, sounding soft and vulnerable. "I'm sick. Can you come to the hospital and see me?"

"I don't have time," Jasper replied, ready to hang up.

On the other end, Evelina sensed his impatience. She cursed under her breath, feeling that he was truly cold and indifferent.

She hurriedly added, "Jasper, I need a favor. Dr. Henry Smith from Wiltonshire used to be your close friend, and he's an expert in oncology. I want him to perform my surgery, but the wait could be until the end of the year, and I can't wait that long. Could you help me out?"

"Henry Smith?"

It seemed that Evelina's condition was quite serious. Otherwise, she wouldn't have sought out Henry.