After getting dressed, Domenic stood by the window, mesmerized by the leaves falling from the trees.


    The autumn chill filled the air, casting a mncholic gloom over the world outside.


    He reached out to catch a falling leaf, but just as itnded on his palm, a gust of wind swept it away.


    Domenic gazed at his empty hand, smiled wistfully, and gently curled his fingers inward.


    Then, with a quiet sigh, he turned away from the leaves and walked out of the room.


    Inside the hospital, the dim lighting cast a somber tone along the silent corridor.


    At this hour, the nurses were tucked away in the on


    -call room, resting.


    The corridor stretched out, utterly deserted.


    As Domenic approached Jordan’s room, a melodious ringtone pierced the silence, shattering the stillness.


    He pulled out his phone and saw Hendrix’s name on the screen.


    A N G E L A ‘s L I B R A R Y


    He didn’t hold it against Hendrix for giving his clothes to Carole, and said in a cool, neutral tone, “Hello.


    ”


    “Sir, I’ve discovered the reason behind Lindsey’s car ident.


    ”


    Domenic’s face clouded, his eyes narrowing slightly as Hendrix’s words hung in the air.


    “It was your grandpa who was responsible for it.


    ” Hendrix finally revealed the truth, a revtion that had taken him a long time and immense effort to uncover.


    But when he finally pieced it together, the knowledge sent a chilling shiver down his spine.


    “Why?” Domenic asked coldly.


    Hendrix exined, “Sumner revealed details of the engagement party to the media, infuriating your grandpa.


    Heshed out at Lindsey because she’s Sumner’s agent and he couldn’t confront Sumner directly.


    ”


    “He’s still in the dark about your rtionship with her, but…”


    “Say it,” Domenic said stolidly.


    Hendrix paused, his expression somber, and said, “But I fear we can’t keep this under wraps for much longer.


    Besides, he’s been keeping tabs on Lindsey, and he’s already nned to eliminate her over a trivial matter.


    If he discovers your rtionship…”


    He abruptly fell silent, realizing he had said too much, his words trailing off in a sudden, uneasy halt.


    Domenic’s gaze drifted toward the ward where Jordan was recovering, his expression darkening with a mix of concern and understanding.


    He knew exactly what Hendrix’s words implied, and he was all too familiar with his grandfather’s cunning tactics and cruelness.


    “I see.


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    Domenic then hung up and made his way to the ward.


    He halted at the half-ajar door, a warm glow spilling out into the dim corridor.


    In the stillness, Jordan’s voice drifted out.


    “I fear my time is running out, and my only worry now is for you and Domenic.


    You saved his life, and I believe he’s been waiting for you all these years.


    That’s why I sent you abroad to study from a young age.


    I hope you can support him in the future and keep a watchful eye on the Walsh Group for me.


    Only when he marries you can I finally rest in peace.


    Otherwise, I… I’ll die with a heavy heart, consumed by regret!”


    Jordan’s voice cracked with anguish, a heartbroken tone that pierced