Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled novel Chapter 454

No wonder Kitty looked so haggard. Given the condition of the patient she was caring for, it was a miracle she hadn't collapsed herself.

They weren't short on funds, but money couldn't solve everything.

Kitty listened to the doctor's diagnosis with a solemn expression. There was no visible sorrow in her eyes; she'd probably received too many serious medical bulletins to feel much of anything anymore.

I was at a loss for how to comfort her. All I could do was stand by quietly and watch.

Suddenly, there was a knock at the hospital room door. I turned to see who it was and was surprised to see Neil.

What was he doing here?

Upon seeing Neil, a glimmer of surprise flashed across Kitty's weary face. I wasn't sure if her surprise was due to Neil's unexpected arrival or the hope that he might be able to help her father.

"Neil, you really came," Kitty said, her voice quivering with visible emotion at seeing the man she once loved.

"How's your dad?" Neil asked, his voice devoid of emotion. He glanced at Daniel in the hospital bed, his tone serious.

"He's not doing well. If we don't find a cure soon, he might..." Kitty trailed off, giving a bitter laugh. "Right now, it's just me taking him around to different hospitals. His lovely wife is nowhere to be found."

It was a harsh reality that kindness wasn't always reciprocated. Thankfully, Daniel had treated Kitty well in the past, so at least he understood he owed Kitty something. That probably was why Kitty was willing to take care of him now.

Daniel tried to say something to Neil, but he was too weak to speak. He simply nodded at Neil, an act that took considerable effort.

Kitty took a deep breath, then turned to Neil. "Neil, could you do me a favor? Could you ask Dr. Karina to take a look at my dad? I've heard she's an expert in holistic medicine. Maybe she could help."

Neil frowned but didn't respond immediately. Still, I could tell he was reluctant to help.

Kitty could sense it, too, but she wasn't willing to give up. She just stared at Neil, waiting for a definitive response.

"I'm sorry, I can't help," Neil finally said. There was a hint of regret in his voice, but his refusal was firm.

I couldn't understand why he was so adamant. Surely, he wouldn't be so cold-hearted towards Kitty.

Kitty looked crestfallen. She opened her mouth to speak, but no words came out.

Daniel watched the exchange from his hospital bed, his eyes filled with despair.

"So, could I approach Dr. Karina directly?" Kitty asked after a moment.

"You can, as long as you can convince her," Neil replied nonchalantly. He didn't seem to mind if Karina tried to help Daniel. He just didn't want to be the one to ask her.

This was strange. If Neil had asked Karina, it would have been simpler. Given Karina's feelings for Neil, she wouldn't have refused.

Kitty seemed to be at a loss. She glanced at me, as if hoping I could explain what was going on.

But how could I? I didn't understand the dynamics between Neil and Karina. They seemed to have feelings for each other, but their relationship appeared strained.

"I'll go find Dr. Karina. She's in this hospital, right?" Kitty said, turning back to Neil when I didn't respond.