The next morning, Joshua attended a meeting at the office, then rushed back to the hospital.He didn't go to see Jessica first. Instead, he went to see his father, Philip, who had been unconscious for six years.Philip lay silently in the hospital bed, his temples streaked with gray, eyes and cheeks sunken. Years of high-cost nutrient infusions kept his vital signs alive, but he hadn't eaten solid food in ages, and his body was skeletal."Dad, I'm here again," Joshua said, taking Philip's hand in his own. With reddened eyes, he added, "You've lost even more weight, but your presence is still imposing. You remain one of the most striking men in Jeston."Joshua had been here last night as well. In fact, every month, he made time to visit Philip, updating him on the company's affairs and sharing how he outsmarted his business rivals."Dad, there's something I need to tell you. Winter wants a divorce." Joshua's gaze darkened, a faint anger flickering. "I was planning to bring her here
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