Chapter 661

Drip…

The sound echoed in his ears.

Austin was no stranger to this sound, having spent years caring for Dahlia during her illness in the hospital. It was the sound of a heart monitor.

He slowly opened his eyes.

He found himself still in the bedroom at the Bamboo Parlor. But what he saw was entirely different from before he had lost consciousness from his injuries.

An IV pole stood upright, with fluid bags hanging from it. And… the strong smell of disinfectant.

Austin couldn't help but smile faintly. It seemed that anything related to medical care always involved the smell of disinfectant.

Various medical instruments were arranged around the bed, all in place.

Looking down at himself, Austin chuckled helplessly.

His entire body was wrapped in white bandages, giving him the appearance of a mummy.

Any slight movement sent waves of intense pain throughout his body, making him grimace and gasp.

The room was empty.

Austin lay there helplessly, silently replaying the details of th