The doctor took a deep breath and announced somberly, "Old Master Sanders, Young Master Sanders condition is not looking good. The sword went through his body, he’s lost a significant amount of blood, and his organs were damaged. During the operation earlier, I only managed to stop the blood and stabilize it temporarily. From what I can tell, he’ll only make it for another day." 1
Old Master Sanders' heart sank as his mouth opened." And...what will happen after that?"
Darryl clenched his fists instinctively; he felt like his heart was in his mouth.
The doctor remained somber. "Old Master Sanders, I've tried my best. Please, prepare for the funeral." He bowed and walked to the side. 1
It was as if Old Master Sanders was struck by lightning. He shivered and took a few steps backward.
"My darling! Nancy sobbed as she trembled uncontrollably.
'How could it be? Dax wasn't going to make it? Impossible! Impossible!’ Darryl thought.
He was dumbstruck, and a loud buzz filled his ears. His mind was blank. Dax would not make it, and everyone's heart bled for him.
Meanwhile, Daisy walked forward; her eyes were completely red. She scowled at Darryl. "You're such trash! If it wasn’t for you, Dax wouldn't be like this. It's all your fault!" She slapped Darryl.
Before, Dax was hurt because of Darryl’s wife, and he was almost disabled. Now, Dax was about to die because of Darryl.
Darryl was feeling extremely guilty. He could not utter a word as his eyes were bloodshot from the tears.
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