Once someone messed with Shanks' research, it did not matter who they were, he would not show any mercy. Luca knew this all too well, so when Shanks said they could not let Kyle off the hook, she did not look surprised. She just kept sorting through the data.Abel could tell Shanks was really mad. After all, days of research had just gone up in smoke, and anyone would be furious in his shoes. Plus, Shanks had endured several tough days in the mountains of X City just to gather those herbs.“I'm not letting him off, but we still need to investigate this thoroughly,” added Abel.“Even if there’s no solid evidence, you’d still beat someone half to death. Abel, this is my research, and it’s what you want. You need to get to the bottom of this. If this isn’t handled properly, I’m not going to continue with the research,” replied Shanks. He could not stand people who casually ruined others' work.“Alright, alright, don’t worry. When the time comes to take action, I won’t hesitate.
After Luca left the hotel, she let out a sigh of relief.She glanced at the car parked across the street, knowing that Luke’s men were definitely watching her from inside.Luca sent a message to Luke, letting him know she was fine and briefly explaining to him what had just happened. She then drove over to Watson.She had only taken the morning off, so she still had to work in the afternoon.Luca was not about to miss work over something so minor. When she got back to the company, it was already the afternoon shift. She headed straight to the lab and started working on experiments with her team.Just before it was time to clock out, Luca stood up and suddenly felt dizzy. She quickly grabbed the table to steady herself.Rhett noticed this and quickly asked, “Dr. Craw, are you feeling unwell?”“I’m feeling a bit dizzy.” Luca felt her vision darken for a moment, but after a while, the feeling passed. “I’m fine now.”“If you’re not feeling well, I can take you to the hospital,” off
Luke remained silent.Luca thought to herself that since it was not a drunk driving or a hit-and-run case, the police would not be able to do much. At most, they would just hold her fully responsible. However, getting hit like this out of the blue… She could not let this slide easily.Luca was not short on money. She just wanted Karen to get the punishment she deserved.“I should’ve let Warren drive,” Luca muttered under her breath. Someone like Warren would have noticed if a car was tailing them.She had been too careless.With Matysh in jail and Karen and Pierre tied up with their own issues, she thought she was safe. She never expected Karen to go this far.“It’s fine. Percy said they’re sending her to a mental institution this time.” Luke gently stroked her head.Luca opened her eyes but felt dizzy, so she quickly shut them again. “Are they really going to send her to a mental institution?” asked Luca.“Yes,” answered Luke.“He's okay with that?” Luca was still skeptic
“Alright.” Luke heard Luca’s request and turned on the TV, but he quickly lowered the volume, finding it too loud. He knew she just wanted some background noise, not something too distracting.Luke continued feeding her the oatmeal. After finishing one bowl, Luca could not eat anymore, so she rested for a bit. Then, Luke gave her the medication Johann had prescribed. Since she was lying down, she ate everything slowly.After taking the medicine, Luca yawned. Even though Johann had not prescribed any sleeping pills, the IV and medication had a calming effect.“If you’re sleepy, go ahead and rest,” suggested Luke.Luca frowned slightly. “But I want to take a bath.”"How about I help you freshen up a bit?" offered Luke, knowing she was not in any condition to take a full bath.“I’d really prefer a proper wash. I was sorting documents this morning, and a lot of people were smoking around me. I feel like the smell has clung to my clothes,” replied Luca as she heaved a sigh. The
Luke nodded to the doctor, indicating his agreement. The doctor returned to his office and prescribed medication for Luca.Ten minutes later, a nurse walked in with the medicine. After watching Luca take it, she advised, “You should rest now. If you feel uncomfortable, just press the call button.”“Okay, thank you.” Luca closed her eyes. Luke gently pulled the blanket over her.After a moment, Luca opened her eyes and said, “Luke, how about you stay with me while I sleep?”"I'm worried I might squish you," replied Luke. Even though the bed in the VIP ward was wider than a standard hospital bed, it was still a single bed. It was not that two people could not fit on it, but he wanted her to rest well.Luca said, “I’ve been having bad dreams. If you stay beside me, I think I’ll sleep better.”“Alright.” Luke agreed and got into bed from the other side.Once he settled in, Luca turned to her side. After getting used to the dizziness, she hugged Luke. He smelled different today
Luca thought that after the traffic police left, nothing else would happen for the rest of the day. That was until Old Master Mallory showed up.Luca watched as the old master, supported by his butler, walked into the ward. She felt a wave of relief that Luke was still here.When Luke saw Old Master Mallory, he frowned slightly. He stood up and asked, “Old Master Mallory, what brings you here?”“I came to check on Ms. Craw,” replied Old Master Mallory, glancing over at Luca, who was lying in bed. “Is she feeling better?” The usually stern old man now had a gentle smile on his face.Luca did not find it particularly kind. Some people are good at pretending, and those who did not know better might think it was genuine. However, someone like Luca, who had undergone professional training, could easily see through the old master’s act.Karen had messed up, and now, the old man was here to apologize on her behalf. Still, it was not necessary.Karen was not drunk driving, nor di
Before Old Master Mallory could speak, Old Master Crawford had already walked into the ward. He smiled and asked, “Are you here to apologize to Ms. Craw?”“I didn’t hit her, so why should I apologize?” Old Master Mallory was fuming. This old man really had no sense of propriety!Just like Luke, he was defending that wretched woman. Just because she was a bit better at medicine? Just because her research could earn T Corporation some money? Did that mean she deserved to be surrounded like a superstar and protected at all costs?“If you’re not here to apologize, then what are you here for? Don’t tell me you’re just here to check on her injuries because you’re friends with Ms. Craw?” Old Master Crawford glanced at Luca in the hospital bed. He could not help but feel sorry for her.Her face was pale white. Even though there were no obvious external injuries, a head injury was no joke. A concussion was no pleasant experience.Old Master Mallory snorted, stood up, and said to Luke,
After seeing off Old Master Crawford, Luke returned to the ward.“Luke, maybe you should let Mr. Mallory know about what happened between us and Old Master Mallory,” suggested Luca.“Don’t worry about it. Just focus on resting and getting better,” replied Luke.In the afternoon, Jason, Sue, Jim and his wife, along with Percy and Nina, had all come to visit Luca. For a moment, the hospital ward became incredibly lively.Luke’s expression was dark with displeasure.Jim teased, “Luke, what’s with that expression? Are you not happy to see us?”“Of course not. You’re all disturbing Luca’s rest,” Luke replied sharply, trying to ensure his wife could get some peace. “Leave the gifts and go. We appreciate the gesture, but you all should get back to your own business.”“Luke.” Luca was surprised that Luke was so blunt in front of so many people.“We don’t want to disturb Dr. Craw’s rest any longer,” added Scarlett. She was surprised to run into Percy and the others when coming here wi