Chapter 40

Jennifer was waiting for me in the hospital lobby when I arrived. She looked haggard; she had probably stayed up all night.

We walked over to Blake's ward together. I was anxious. I needed to know about Blake's condition. "How is he, Ms. Parker?"

"The anesthesia just wore off. Mr. Wagner is asleep now," Jennifer told me. "Please give me the document. I need to head back to the company right now. I'll come back later!"

"Here. Thanks, Ms. Parker."

"You're welcome. I'll take my leave now. Go on in!"

I waited until Jennifer disappeared from sight before stepping into the room.

This time, Blake had a hospital room all to himself. Apart from the beeping of the machines, the room was eerily silent.

Blake looked wan and sallow on the bed, nothing like his usual self. There were bags under his eyes and a scruff on his face. It had only been a week since I last saw him, but his cheeks were hollow and sunken.

I felt sad seeing him like this. I regretted hurting Blake with my words and not