Chapter: 250

Sean pulled a long face. She said Kason was the one she desired? He decided to meet Kason to find out Kason's feelings for Norah. Norah's decision to choose Kason over him sparked curiosity about the allure Kason held.

The memory of Norah's firm rejection left Sean grappling with a twinge of heartache.

Norah, seeking solace, filled her bathtub and submerged herself, pondering the sincerity behind Sean's affections.

The evidence of Sean's feelings had been present all along, yet she had overlooked them, mired in self-deception. It dawned on her that perhaps her own emotional numbness had clouded her perception of his true intentions. The jewelry pieces he had presented were all attempts to curry her favor.

Engulfed by the water, Norah experienced a moment of suffocation, a physical echo of her internal turmoil.

"Huff..." Gasping for air as she resurfaced, she realized the futility of dwelling on what had been said.

Further contemplation was unnecessary, only serving to complicate matters. Sean's thoughts and actions were no longer her burden to bear.

The following day, driven by concern for Joanna, Norah made her way to the hospital early. Upon her arrival, she sought updates on Joanna's condition.

There, Norah found Bryson, a picture of exhaustion, as if the night had passed without a wink of sleep. "Bryson, haven't you gone home to rest?" she inquired, noting his weary state.

Bryson, visibly burdened by concern, shook his head in response. "My worry for Joanna has overshadowed everything else. I've put company matters on hold to be here throughout the night," he explained, massaging his temples wearily. “The thought of something happening while I'm away is unbearable. I asked my parents to get some rest while I stayed to handle any emergencies. Norah, could you check on Joanna for me?"

“Absolutely. I'll go take a look and keep you updated," Norah assured him, her tone comforting.

Inside the ICU, Norah consulted with the nursing staff to get an update on Joanna's condition.

The news was concerning yet hopeful. Joanna's wound had shown signs of inflammation, leading to a fever during the night. Thankfully, the medical staff had acted swiftly, administering medication to reduce the fever. By morning, the situation had stabilized, and the fever had abated.

Given Joanna's otherwise robust health and the skills with which Norah had performed amid the surgery, the outlook was positive. The key to Joanna's recovery would be vigilant wound care and timely dressing changes to prevent further complications.

Being informed of this update, Bryson let out a deep sigh of relief, his tension easing at the news of Joanna's stable condition. "My heart has been heavy with worry. Hearing your reassurance gives me some peace."

Norah responded with gentle assurance, "It's alright. She should be waking up soon, but the pain from the knife wound will be significant. It's crucial that her family is there to provide comfort.

And it might be wise to request a delay in the police taking her statement until she's more stable."

"Understood," Bryson acknowledged.

During their conversation, Joanna's parents arrived, their appearance marked by the toll of a restless night. Upon seeing Norah, they immediately sought updates on their daughter's condition.

"How is Joanna?" Raina asked, her voice heavy with concern.

As a physician, Norah took the lead in explaining Joanna's current state, offering a detailed yet reassuring overview that eased their worries.

Darwin expressed his gratitude, “Thank you, Norah. Without your intervention yesterday, Joanna's situation could have been dire..."

Darwin shared that he had inquired within the hospital and found out that the surgery Norah performed, despite being potentially within the capabilities of a chief surgeon, was fraught with risks such as excessive blood loss and the critical timing required. Yet, Norah navigated these challenges flawlessly, leading to Joanna's stable postoperative condition. It was clear to Darwin that Norah's surgical skills were exceptional.

Norah modestly replied, "I was just doing my duty. I'll check on Joanna again once she wakes up. For now, I need to return to the Cardiology Department. See you later."