Luke remained silent for a long time before finally replying in a defeated voice. "I understand."
Hearing his despair, Daniel felt even more unsettled, but he knew he could not let his brother continue down this destructive path.
"How long are you staying in Hartford?"
"I am heading back to the Capital tomorrow," Luke replied.
"We will talk when you get back."
"Okay."
After ending the call, Luke sat frozen on the sofa, his face drained of all color. The next morning, Felicia immediately noticed how terrible he looked.
"Did you not sleep well last night?" she asked.
Luke managed a faint smile. "I just wasn't used to the bed here."
This hotel was already the best in Hartford, but it naturally could not compare to a five star presidential suite.
"Well, we are heading back today, so you can go to bed early tonight," Felicia suggested kindly.
Luke gave a small nod. "How did you feel last night?"
"Not bad. I did not wake up at all in the middle of the night," she replied.
"It seems the treatment is actually working."
They took a taxi to the clinic. After Dr. Chelsea finished administering Felicia's acupuncture, he noticed Luke waiting nearby.
"Young man, let me check your pulse," the doctor offered.
Luke blinked in surprise and politely declined. "Thank you, Dr. Chelsea, but I am perfectly healthy. There is nothing wrong with me."
"It is a rare opportunity, Luke. It wouldn't hurt to let him take a look," Ava urged.
Left with no choice, Luke extended his wrist. "Sorry for the trouble."
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