Ember panicked as soon as she heard those words.Her body instantly felt cold and her hands trembled uncontrollably as she replied, "Okay, I'll come right away."After hanging up the phone, Ember couldn’t care less about anything else. She turned over and prepared to get the car.Caleb was awake when Ember answered the phone just now.Seeing her in a hurry, Caleb frowned and asked worriedly, "What's wrong? Did something happen?"Just then, Ember had red-rimmed eyes and replied in a choked voice, "My mother is in bad condition. I have to go back now."As soon as Caleb heard those words, he got out of bed with a change in facial expression and put on his clothes.He took the phone over and said, "Em, don't worry. Let’s go back right away."They were at the beach now, and there was no flight ticket back to the country at that moment.Caleb quickly called Allen and ordered in a deep voice, "Mr. Allen, please arrange a private jet."After hanging up the phone, Caleb walked up to E
The news came like a bolt from the blue. Ember trembled all over and fell sideways. She almost blacked out for a moment.Caleb, who had been standing behind Ember in a protective stance, quickly reached out to support her when he saw her falling down."Em..."Ember took a deep breath before she recovered.She looked up and met Caleb's worried gaze. Then, she shook her head lightly and said in a trembling tone, "I'm fine. I just couldn't accept the truth for a moment."Caleb was broken-hearted seeing Ember in such a state.It was heart-wrenching for him to see Ember in pain, as if someone was twisting a knife in his heart.Caleb was worried about Ember's condition, so he wrapped his arm around her shoulders and said softly, "Em, let's go over there and sit down for a while, shall we? I'm really worried about your condition. Nothing can happen to you before your mother gets better."Ember nodded gently. She sat on a bench nearby with Caleb's support.Now that the doctor had to c
Ember sniffled and stopped crying, trying her best to make her voice sound normal. "Mom, I haven't told you yet, have I? Actually, I gave birth to fraternal twins back then. Apart from Avery, I have a cute and lovely daughter named Jamie."I will bring the two children to visit you when I get a chance someday. They are dying to meet their grandmother. Mom, you have to wake up and see your grandchildren with your own eyes when the time comes."Besides, Caleb and I have reconciled. He treats me very well and is now a qualified husband and father. I am living a happy life, so you don’t have to worry about me."-Ember stayed in the hospital and talked to her mother for the next few days.Fortunately, her condition finally stabilized after several days.Ember entrusted her mother to Lydia. Then, she wasted no time in going straight to the lab.Time was running out. She had to continue to research the specific drug as her mother’s days were numbered. She had to develop the specific d
"Giving up is not our style."Ember looked solemnly at all the researchers present and enunciated, "I know that the research has been fruitless, and you can't help getting emotional. Now, I will give you a chance. You may choose to quit or continue the research."Those who choose to quit will give up this project completely from today onward. I will lead those who choose to continue the research until it is successful."After Ember said those words, the researchers present fell silent, as if they were making a decision with their hearts.Wilson was the first person to raise his hands and answered seriously, “I choose to support Dr. Sanders! I want to continue the research!”After the first person spoke his mind, the other researchers who couldn't afford to give up their previous research results took a stand."Okay, let's continue the research! We have to produce results!"In the following period, Ember accompanied her mother in the hospital apart from spending time in the resea
Caleb understood Ember's urgent desire to develop a special medicine, but he couldn't face the thought of Ember sacrificing her sleep and food every day to conduct research.Ember had lost a lot of weight in a few days, and her lovely face looked weary.Caleb drove to the institute right before dinner."Ember, today is Professor Stone's first day at the Institute with his apprentice. We should rightfully treat Professor Stone to a meal. What do you think?"Caleb gave this reason so that Ember could temporarily relax.Ember thought about it and felt that what he said was logical.It was an honor for the institute to welcome such a well-known figure as Professor Stone."Good. Then let's throw a welcome banquet for Professor Stone today. Since we're inviting guests, we can't just invite Professor Stone alone. I'll call all the researchers of the institute today and go to dinner together."Caleb, of course, had no opinions.He nodded with a loving smile on his face. "Okay, all as
Due to the fact that Susan was Professor Stone's apprentice, Caleb remained polite to her and laughed softly. "Why are you toasting me? We are just strangers..."Susan's eyes were filled with smiles. No one could find fault with her."You may not know me, but I know you. You funded a large number of college students back then. I am one of that group of college students."If it wasn't for your funding back then, I wouldn't be here now. Now that I've seen my benefactor, of course I have to toast you."After saying that, without waiting for Caleb to respond, Susan guffawed some more and looked toward Ember, smiling coquettishly. "I think you won't understand me if I provide you with this reason right, Ms. Sanders?"Ember had been focusing on her food, not expecting Susan to bring up her name.She raised her head and smiled indifferently, with confidence and generosity."Of course. I didn't expect you and Caleb to have such a bond."Susan smiled and replied, "Yes, I didn't expect t
Susan appeared to be inebriated as she raised the wine glass in her hand. The red liquid ran down the corners of her mouth, down her neck, and into her clothing.Derek frowned slightly and worriedly asked, ''Susan, aren't you a little drunk? Don't drink if you're not up to it. You need to continue your research tomorrow.Hearing this, Susan grinned, swayed slightly, and said, "I'm sorry, I accidentally drank a little too much when I was happy. It's really because I can't control myself when I see Mr. Lane."After saying that, she shook slightly and fell into Caleb's arms, who was beside her.Fortunately, Caleb responded fast. He rapidly stood up, reaching out with one hand to hold Susan, who was about to fall.Caleb's brows furrowed as she bent over, and his face darkened.Ember returned from the bathroom and arrived at the door just in time to see this scenario.She gradually narrowed her beautiful eyes, and she lifted her foot to take a large stride into the room.Caleb's eye
Caleb stretched out and took Ember in his arms, his brow furrowed. "Ember, would Susan's presence impact your work? If it does, I'll go talk to Professor Stone and ask him to send her away."Ember considered briefly before softly shaking her head. "It's better to forget about it."So far, Susan had not done anything unusual other than having ulterior motives toward Caleb.Susan was brought here by Professor Stone. The professor would feel uneasy if Susan were to be sent away for this reason.Ember could still handle the situation so far. Thus, it was better to avoid trouble.Caleb had a serious expression on his face. "Okay. Then I'll leave it alone for now. But if she does anything excessive again, please tell me."Ember was already upset over her mother's situation at the moment, and he didn't want to add to her problems."Okay, I know."Ember discussed her next plans with Caleb when they came home at night after washing up."Although my mother's situation has stabilized, it