Semua Bab His to Punish, Hers to Revenge : Bab 21 - Bab 30

"What’s going on with her?”“She... she had some tests done,” Desi began, her voice trembling. “The scans didn’t catch everything. I got the results back today.”“What do you mean?” Lucas stepped closer, his eyes narrowing in concern. “What are you saying?”Desi took a deep breath, steadying herself. “Lily has Ewing Sarcoma. It’s a type of bone cancer. The scans missed it before. I’m so sorry, Lucas.”Lucas’s face fell, and he leaned against the counter, disbelief etched across his features. “No. This can’t be happening. She looked fine just days ago.”“I know.” Desi felt tears prick her eyes. “But the symptoms can be subtle at first. She may start experiencing pain in her bones, fatigue, and possibly fever. It’s aggressive.”He ran a hand through his hair, frustration boiling over. “How could this happen? You’re the doctor. You were supposed to catch this!”“I did everything I could,” Desi replied, her voice shaking. “We both thought it was something else. It’s rare, and the scans di

He slammed the door behind him, the sound echoing through the quiet space. Rage coursed through him as he surveyed the room. Papers were strewn across his desk, a chaotic reminder of everything weighing him down.“Damn it!” Lucas shouted, grabbing a framed photo and hurling it against the wall. The glass shattered, raining down shards like his shattered heart.He paced the room, the memories of Lily’s pain flooding his mind, each one slicing deeper than the last. “Why can’t I fix this?” he muttered, his fists clenched tightly at his sides. “Why is this happening?”He kicked the wastebasket, sending it careening across the floor. “I can’t watch her suffer! Not like this!”He glanced at the door, the memories of Lily’s cries still echoing in his mind. The sight of her in pain was unbearable. He couldn't take it anymore.With a roar of frustration, he swept his arm across the desk, sending papers flying. They scattered like leaves in a storm. “Damn it!” he yelled, his voice thick with ra

Lucas stood in the living room, staring out the large window that framed the dimming light of the evening. Desi leaned against the doorframe, arms crossed, observing him with a mix of concern.“How’s Lily?” Lucas finally broke the silence, his voice low and strained.“She’s stable for now,” Desi replied, stepping into the room. “But we need to keep a close eye on her. The pain from the Ewing sarcoma can return at any time.”Lucas sighed, his gaze still fixed outside. “I hate this. I hate that she has to go through this.”Desi took a step closer, her tone gentle yet firm. “I know. It’s hard for both of you. But you’re doing everything you can.”“Am I?” He turned to face her, frustration etched across his features.“Stop,” Desi interjected, her voice rising slightly. “You need to trust yourself. You’re a good father.”“Good doesn’t feel like enough right now,” he said, running a hand through his hair. “I feel like I’m failing her.”Desi closed the distance between them, her eyes lockin

A sharp knock broke the silence in his office. He sighed, glancing toward the door. “Come in.”The door opened, and Damien stepped inside, his expression unreadable, holding a thick envelope. “You’re going to want to see this,” he said, his voice low.Lucas arched an eyebrow, reaching out for the envelope. “What is it?”Damien handed it over, his gaze serious. “Another threat. But this one’s… different.”Lucas ripped the envelope open, pulling out the letter inside. As his eyes scanned the lines, his brows furrowed. He read aloud, each word unsettling him more.“‘Do you know who Desi really is? Do you really trust her?’” He looked up at Damien, confusion and tension tightening his jaw. “‘I am your rival, but I would hate to see you die before I kill you.’”Damien nodded, crossing his arms as he leaned against the wall. “Whoever sent it want to get under your skin, make you doubt her.”Lucas scoffed, though his fingers gripped the letter tightly. “Doubt Desi? She’s the one person who’s

“Miss Desi,” the woman started, “Mr. Lucas arranged for Dr. Thompson to be Lily’s doctor for now. He…he wanted to make sure you were informed. Lily’s seeing him this afternoon.”Desi’s hand froze mid-reach for the medicine cabinet when she heard the soft voice of one of the house staff. Mia, one of house staff had spoken softly, hesitantly, as though delivering a bad news.The words felt like a sudden, sharp cut, and it took Desi a moment to process what she heard. “He… what?” Desi blinked, trying to process what she’d just heard. “Another doctor?” She forced herself to keep her voice steady. “When did this… start?”Mia looked uncomfortable. “I’m not sure and I don't know much about the decision, Miss Desi. I just know Mr. Lucas asked for Dr. Thompson to handle Lily’s check-ups. He, um, I think he’s making sure you can have a break, is all.”A break? The notion of a “break” seemed almost laughable to Desi, though there was no humor in it. She tried to hide the tremor in her voice. “T