Chapter: 1541

Corey's mind reeled. He felt as though death had sneaked around, its icy blade poised at Gemma's throat. He needed to find a solution but had none. Even if Alicia were willing to sacrifice her heart, he couldn't accept it. While he might not be a good person, he couldn't bring himself to hurt someone who had shown him kindness. Reflecting on the situation, it felt like his retribution was catching up to him.

And it was swift.

On the hospital bed, Gemma lay quietly, frail and slight. Two tears traced paths from the corners of her eyes, vanishing into her hair.

In his desperate quest to accelerate the chip development, Corey sought out Dorian, prepared to acquiesce to any demand-even if it meant pleading with Alicia to return to her family.

Yet, Corey's hope shattered the moment he reached the hospital.