Chapter: 2739

Sensing Gracelynn's shift in mood, Emil stepped aside, opening the door. "Let's not dwell on it. Please, go in. I won't disturb you further."

With a lingering chill in her gaze, Gracelynn brushed past Emil and entered the ward.

Meanwhile, Rachel scrutinized the man in the hospital bed. He lay in a patient's gown, his complexion slightly flushed, giving the impression of peaceful slumber.

Gracelynn set the flowers on the nearby table, where a vase containing the remnants of last week's bouquet stood. The blooms had noticeably wilted over the past week.

Gracelynn glanced back at Rachel, who lingered just outside the ward and beckoned her. "Come in. What are you waiting for?"