Chapter 1234 Not a Fool

Vincent quickly came in with a doctor, and after a brief check, it was determined that Alec's injuries had improved; at least, he was no longer in critical condition. However, he needed to lie in bed for a while.

After the doctors finished their examination, they quickly left. Vincent poured Alec a glass of water to let him moisten his lips. "Mr. Faust, you can't eat yet. You have to bear with it for now."

"Understood. You're dismissed for now," Alec said, voice slightly hoarse.

Vincent got up and left, leaving only Jenny and Alec in the ward. At this point, they could finally take a good look at each other.

Both of them were sitting halfway up against the headboard of the bed. They wanted to get closer to each other but couldn't. They could only smile wryly.

"Why did you come to my room?" Alec was the first to speak, with a hint of teasing in his voice, trying to ease the somewhat oppressive atmosphere between them.

Jenny didn't answer but asked him, "Why did you protect me then