Liam caught the trace of self-mockery and defeat in Jayson's face. For a man like him to look that way, it was obvious that…Jayson's throat bobbed as he clenched his fists and lowered his head. The weight of exhaustion and shock seemed to crush him. Every breath burned in his chest like shards of glass.He lowered his gaze, his lips curving into a silent, self-mocking smile. His eyes held the hollow pain of a man whose hope had burned out, yet he didn't say another word.His whole presence radiated a sharp, suffocating intensity, one that nearly stole the air from the room.Meanwhile, Janice's mind was racing.She didn't explain anything to Jayson. Instead, she turned straight to Liam. Jayson was lost in his own storm, oblivious to everything else."Dr. Spencer, could you…" Janice met Liam's eyes, making her meaning clear.Liam understood. She didn't want him telling Jayson anything about Ariel's condition.He gave a small nod.This was Ariel's private matter, after all. He h
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