“What are you apologizing for?” asked Larry as he shifted his gaze to Caspian who was lying on the bed.
“I didn't keep Joan and the kid safe,” answered Caspian in a guilty tone.
What an idiot. He's already wounded to this extent, but he is still worried about that.
“That's enough. Stop overthinking it. Just focus on getting better,” replied Larry.
Truth was, Larry was rather angry with Caspian's decisions and actions. Yes, I did order him to protect Joan, but he was not supposed to sacrifice his life.Everything should be done in moderation and after careful consideration. Caspian lacks the ability in strategizing and solving problems without resorting to throwing
punches.
“How is Joan? Is she feeling better?” asked Caspian.
“She's fine. She's still unconscious, so I will head over and see how she's doing now. Get some rest,” instructed Larry before he left Caspian's room.
“How is she, doctor? Is she alright?” asked Larry as he stared at the doctor.
“She's in shock, so try not to let her out of the house too much for now,” informed the doctor. He then added, “Take care of her and pay attention to her emotions. Wild sways in moods would not be beneficial to her recovery.”
As he gazed at the woman on the hospital bed, Larry felt his heart ached for her.
He had gotten to the bottom of it all. The culprits had already confessed that the head of the Owens family, Keith, was the mastermind.
“Larry...” muttered Joan as she shook her head in her sleep.
“I'm here, Joan. Wake up,” said Larry. He rushed over quickly to hold her hand.
“Larry!” shouted Joan suddenly as she sat up. Her eyes flung open, and she stared blankly ahead for a moment.
“Joan, you're okay now. Trust me. It's all in the past,” promised Larry as he stroked her hair gently.
She couldn't hold it in anymore. She snuggled into Larry's arms and cried her eyes out.
“I—I thought I'd never see you again. I thought I'd
die, and I thought you don't love me anymore...”
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