Chapter: 1430

Corey waited patiently, his gaze steady, as the anesthesia was expected to take effect. His extensive knowledge of the human body wasn't just a skill-it was a necessity, honed for Gemma's sake. Heart extraction was his expertise, disturbingly precise and practiced.

Under the flickering surgical light, an assistant handed Corey a scalpel, the weight of the task settling over the room Alicia closed her eyes, seemingly surrendering to the inevitable.

With a stern expression, Corey covered her face with a cloth and began unbuttoning her shirt.

But the stillness broke abruptly. The assistant beside Corey spoke up, voice tight with unease. “Mr. Hampton, something's wrong."

Corey clenched his jaw, his frustration evident. “Is Caden here already?"