"I'll be downstairs right away."Upon hearing the news, my heart sank, and I immediately agreed.Jane noticed my pale face and asked, "What happened over there?"As I quickly packed up, I replied, "Aunt Laura is critically ill. I need to rush back to Jelaston."Given Bethany's methods, I even began to question whether this critical condition was due to the illness worsening or if it was somehow related to me."Critically ill?"Jane made a quick decision. "Ryan is coming to pick you up, right? Don't bother packing, leave everything to me. I'll finish up the work here this afternoon. You go ahead, and I'll bring your things back with me when I return."I was anxious and didn't hesitate any longer. "Alright, thanks, Jane."Jane handed me the portable charger and phone and pushed me towards the door. "It's no trouble. As the director of the marketing department, this is my job. Besides, I'm a shareholder, so I'm working for myself too."I nodded. "Alright, I’ve got to go!"When I
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