?Chapter 1932


    In the hospital ward, Carriey on the bed with a stable heartbeat and had her oxygen mask removed.


    However, her breathing remainedbored. Her small face was pale, and her long eyshes fluttered delicately like butterflies poised to take flight.


    "Don''t be afraid, my child... You''re safe now. Grandpa is here. Your father, brother, and sister-inw are all here. No one can hurt you anymore," Nigel said, holding his granddaughter''s hand, his eyes brimming with tears.


    Justin''s breath hitched as he held Be, her slender body tense in his arms.


    She was clearly heartbroken. However, she tried to suppress her emotions to keep herposure in front of her elders and Carrie.


    A single tear glistened in Carrie''s sunken eye sockets, slowly sliding down her pale cheek.


    Her dry lips moved as she tried to speak, but no sound came out.


    "Dr. Larson, why can''t my daughter speak?!" Gregory looked at Arnold anxiously.


    Arnold pondered, frowning, "She seems to have functional aphasia."


    "Aphasia?!" All three Salvador men were shocked.


    "Some patients develop this condition after a traumatic event. It usually results from extreme mental stress and emotional turmoil."


    Be exined softly, her heart aching.


    "Dr. Larson, is there any way to help my granddaughter?" Nigel asked, filled with despair.


    Arnold sighed. "This is prettyplicated. If it gets severe, she might need surgery."


    Nigel and Gregory felt their hearts sink. Nigel wiped away his tears. "God... Why is my granddaughter facing so many hardships?"


    Carrie opened her mouth and squeezed Nigel''s hand.


    Though she could not speak, everyone could see she was trying tofort him, which only made the situation more poignant.


    "However, if Carrie can maintain a positive mindset and stay rxed and happy, her condition might improve significantly," Arnold said, thoughtfully stroking his chin.


    Be''s eyes sparkled, and a small smile yed on her lips.


    She immediately understood the hidden intention behind Arnold''s words.N?velDrama.Org holds text ? rights.


    "Stay rxed and happy..." Nigel''s eyes lit up. He quickly asked, "I heard you guys talking outside earlier. Is Ryan here?"


    "Yes, Grandpa," Justin replied immediately.


    "H-Hurry... Bring Ryan in! I''m sure my granddaughter wants to see him more than us old men. Hurry, invite him in!"


    Gregory was at a loss for words.


    As expected from his father, he disparaged himself while taking a jab at him.


    The hospital ward door opened, and Ryan''s heart pounded as he walked in with awkward steps.


    He hesitated on the outskirts of the room, unable to move closer.


    With eyes full of encouragement, Justin gently pushed Ryan toward his sister.


    "Carrie, look who''s here."


    Ryan''s pale, haggard face came into view, meeting the girl''s bloodshot eyes.


    Carrie slowly widened her eyes, her mouth opening and emitting hoarse, incoherent sounds.


    Her previously dull eyes now seemed to hold countless bright stars. She gazed at him quietly and lovingly. At that moment, Ryan could no longer contain his overwhelming emotions.


    He kneeled by Carrie''s bed before everyone, a broken sob escaping his throat as he wept uncontrobly.