Chapter 589
Chapter 590
Stephan stood up. After lying down for an entire day, his body felt stift and uncomfortable. He was about to take a shower and change clothes when he noticed the elderly doctor still standing in place, looking hesitant. It was as if he had something to say
Stephan glanced at him. “Speak. What is it?”
The elderly doctor seized the moment and asked, “Mr. Russell, I’ve done everything you instructed. The temporary blinding toxins… They were well made, weren’t they? They obscure pulse readings perfectly and don’t harm the body!TM
He rubbed his hands together and added, “Now that the toxins have been neutralized and your eyesight is restored, when can we leave?
“Anytime,” Stephan replied, raising an eyebrow. “ Once you’re out, claim that my condition is hopeless and that you’ve done all you could. You don’t need me to teach you what to say and what not to say, do you?”
“Of course not, Mr. Russell. Rest assured!”
The elderly doctor chackled nervously before quickly gathering his belongings. Leading his assistants and carrying their equipment, he prepared to leave. Before stepping out the door, he switched to a downtrodden, helpless expression, sighing deeply as if full of regret
The transformation left Stephan momentarily speechless.
“The older they get, the crafter they are,” he mused, breaking into a faint smile.
Before long, news spread that Stephan was gravely poisoned and on the brink of death
The Russell family was thrown into chaos!
When Archie heard the news, he was with Imogen, keeping her company and playing with Caleb. The little one had just been bathed and rubbed with fragrant lotion by the housekeepers After bringing him over, the family of three was a picture of warmth.
Amid the laughter, a maid suddenly burst in, panic–stricken. “Ms. Russell, it’s terrible! Mr. Russell’s condition has worsened ! Dr. Hughes and his team have left, saying that they can do nothing more.
Imogen nearly fell off the bed. Her breath caught, and dizziness overcame her. She would have collapsed had Archie not steadied her. Calmly, he comforted her, Don’t worry, Calm down. I’m here. Lie down, and I’ll go check on him.”
But Imogen had already started crying.
Perhaps it was her newfound reliance, but the tears she hadn’t shed before now flowed uncontrollably. Panic consumed her as she clung to Archie’s hand, sobbing as she asked , “ What do we do? What do we do.
There was no way she could just lie down anymore. Fortunately, she had been recovering for over two weeks and was in good physical condition. She was able to walkaround with ease.
“I’m coming with you ! ”
Before Archie could refuse, Imogen quicldy got up and threw on a coat
A mald nearby retrieved a hat, intending to place it on her, but Imogen declined. It was summer, and Inside the villa, she didn’t need to shield herself from the elements.
After instructing the maids and nanny to look after the child, the couple hurried toward the third floor.
Johanna followed closely, ber face equally filled with concem. “I’m worried about Stephan. Let me come along!”
No one noticed the brief exchange of glances between Johanna and Archie. Johanna cast an inquisitive look that asked, “Is it done?”
Archie responded with a subtle nod that meant, “It’s done. Everything went smoothly. Don’t worry. It can’t be traced back to us.”
Supporting the trembling Imogen, Archie barked orders at the guards lined up along the villa’s hallways. “Go find other doctors! There are so many hospitals in Seldvale. Don’t tell me there isn’t a single skilled physician! Go quickly ! ”
The subordinates lowered their heads respectfully and hurried off.
This feeling of authority and being in command gave Archle a strange sense of satisfaction. His entire being felt invigorated, as though he had finally emerged
triumphant.
“So, this is the privilege of being incontrol. No wonder everyone covets it,” he thought to himself.
Soon , he would be truly in command.