NovelXXXChapter 612 Then, abruptly, his phone rang, piercing the heavy stillness of the room.
Domenic wasn't particularly keen on answering, but he reluctantly retrieved his phone for a glance.
When he spotted Lindsey's non the caller ID, he momentarily froze and hastily discarded the cigarette butt on the floor.
Taking a deep breath, he hit the answer button.
"Hello, I'm feeling better now.
"Lindsey's feeble, muffled voice sounded Like it was passing through something as she inquired, "Where are you right now? I... I'll cto you.
Today... is your birthday, right? I promised to to celebrate it with you.
" Domenic's eyes welled up with unrestrained emotion.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHe raised his head, fighting to contain the pain in his heart.
His voice cracked as he spoke.
"You silly girl, you've already celebrated my birthday and givensuch a priceless gift, remember? Right now, you need to rest properly.
"But..." "Just take it easy.
Domenic offered his comforting words tenderly, and Lindsey eventually ceased her protest.
She sniffled and, in a choked voice, began, “I...
I want to see you.
Can't you visit me? Why didn't you visit me? Why weren't you here when I woke up?" Halfway through, her voice caught in her throat, leaving Domenic at a loss for words.
The weight of self-bland guilt pressed even heavier upon him.
"I'm on my way now.
Earlier, I... I went to grab sfood.
I figured you'd be hungry when you woke.
Givea second; I'll be right back.
" Domenic snatched his coat as he spoke, then hastily headed outside.
"Okay, I'll... wait for you.
"Lindsey responded weakly and then slowly hung up.
Her hand lay limp on the bed, the oxygen mask still clinging to her face.
She was too weak even to Lift the phone now.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmA couple of minutes passed, and the ward's door creaked open.
Lindsey swiveled her head toward the door happily and without thinking, she exclaimed, “Mr. Walsh!" However, the person who walked in wasn't Domenic; it was Sumner.
Lindsey's disappointment was impossible to conceal, and when she called out, Summer's footsteps involuntarily stalled for a brief moment.
Nevertheless, he maintained a gentle smile as he drew closer and greeted e her, Lindsey, you're finally awake. Lindsey gave a subtle nod.
Sumner then pulled a container of hot porridge from a bag and set it on the bedside table.
"Feeling hungry? The doctor said you should only have plain porridge for now.
When you're better, I'll bring you something more delicious.
"1 Sumner took off Lindsey's oxygen mask, cradling a bowl of porridge.
He blew gently on a spoonful before extending it toward her.
His eyes drifted unintentionally to Lindsey's phone beside her, showing the recent call history with Domenic.
Sumner raised his gaze to meet Lindsey's, a self-deprecating smile tugging at the corner of his Lips.
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