It was not that Jay did not want to return to Imperial Capital. He merely did not want to go home to face the irreconcilable conflicts between his mother and wife.
There were still many things that were out of his control.
That night, Josie received a message from Imperial Capital: [Chloe had a heart attack, and her life’s in danger. She’s been sent to Grand Asia Hospital for emergency treatment.]
This piece of news made Jay's heart feel like a stone had been thrown into the sea, causing ripples that could not be calmed for quite some time.
Ultimately, Angeline walked up to him and spoke frankly.
"Darling, no matter what, she’s your mother. Children are still supposed to care for their parents. Since you haven’t been with her in this duration, you should at least go back and visit now that she's seriously ill." Angeline was rather vague. She was truthfully more afraid that Chloe would kick the bucket and the two would miss out on the opportunity to see each other for the last time.
Jay held Angeline's face. "You're always thinking
about others. Your condition isn't stable yet, Angeline. I'm afraid you'll be triggered again if you return to Imperial Capital and aggravate your current
condition. I don't want to see you suffer ever again."
Angeline smiled and said, "Then, I won’t go back to Imperial Capital for the time being. I'll just stay here with Grandma Boye and chat with her. That way, she won’t be lonely."
Jay knew her hidden intentions and exposed her carefully considered thoughts straightforwardly," Have you decided to let Grandma help you treat your illness?”
Angeline was startled. “So you knew about it?"
Jay nodded. "I accidentally overheard your conversation."
Angeline touched his chest and gently drew circles on it with her fingers. She said, "If Grandma can cure me, I think I'll have a higher quality of life. Plus, you won't have to keep worrying about me. We'll be happier, won’t we?”
Jay said, "Is she that trustworthy?"
Angeline nodded, saying, "Grandma took me to visit her laboratory. I think it's much more advanced than Grand Asia Hospital's labs."
Jay sighed heavily.
He hugged Angeline tightly. "I'll leave Cloud City tomorrow morning, then. Angeline, you must take good care of yourself and remember to keep your phone with you 24/7. I'll contact you at any time."
Angeline nodded. "Don’t worry. I'll take care of myself."
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