When Zayn heard that, a conflicted look crossed his face. "Looks like Daemon is really nice to Carla."
"Yeah, " Benard said softly. "I heard from Freda that although Daemon's really strict with Carla, he has only kind intentions for her."
Not saying anything, Zayn cast his gaze downward. Did Carla agree to this marriage out of consideration for Daemon's situation?
I know very well that she feels no romantic feelings for Lucas. But why did she agree to marry him? I can't figure it out at all…
When he first heard about the news, his heart sank.
Although he was already mentally prepared, he still found it hard to accept when he had to confront it.
He kept hoping that she would be reluctant to agree because of their past relationship, that she would hesitate and resist. However, it was merely a figment of his imagination.
"Don't worry. Since they have not announced it, it might just be a verbal agreement and is confirmed yet, " comforted Benard gently.
"Within three hours, the news will be published."
Zayn gazed at the dark courtyard with narrowed eyes.
Ever since Carla left, Aymo City had been raining constantly. The cloudy and wet weather made one's mood gloomy as well.
Only Josh could train and play soccer every day happily as if nothing had happened.
"I finally know why Randy wanted Josh to stay by your side." Gazing at Josh as he jumped around enthusiastically, Benard could not help but exclaim, "Look at how happy he is! As Bugara's been keeping Josh company every day, his mood has improved considerably too."
"Yeah." A smile played on Zayn's lips as he stood up to join Josh's soccer game. However, when he took a few steps, he started feeling dizzy, as if the world was spinning around him.
"Mr. Giblo!" Benard rushed forward to hold him. "Are you okay? I'll bring you back to your room to rest."
Benard helped Zayn to the room and lay him down on the bed. He was about to call Naya when Zayn stopped him. "We're in the villa now. Do you want everyone to know about it?"
"But this can't continue…" Benard panicked. "Your illness is relapsing more frequently!"
"It's fine." Zayn covered his eyes with his arm, adjusting himself to the brightness of the room. "I won't die!"
"Mr. Giblo, you…" Benard wanted to say something, but Zayn dismissed him with a wave of his hand. Although Benard was anxious and frustrated, he had no choice but to leave quietly.
"What happened? Did he have a relapse again?" Brandy walked over briskly and asked.
"Yeah." Benard nodded. "Didn't Naya visit Thompson? What did he say?"
"Thompson wanted to look for Mr. Giblo, who has left. To prevent the news from being leaked, there's no choice but to wait till we get home…"
"We must convince him to accept the treatment. Otherwise, the consequences would be dire."
"Yeah, he's getting thinner by the day. I'm really worried!"
While both of them discussed in hushed voices, they did not notice Josh walking over from the other end of the corridor.
"So…" Brandy stopped mid-sentence and turned his head around warily. When he noticed Josh standing beside a vase, he was stunned. "When did you arrive?"
"Just now!" said Josh with a giggle. "Where's Daddy?"
"He's tired, so he's resting in his room." Benard walked toward him quickly, squatted down, and hugged his shoulders. "What did you hear just now?"
"Nothing." Josh gazed at him with a clueless look. "What's wrong?"
"Nothing." Benard heaved a sigh of relief. "Follow me! Let's go eat something and not disturb your father's rest."
"I don't want to eat! I want to bathe. The sweat feels so uncomfortable!"
"Okay, I'll bring you back to your room to bathe."
"Let the two pretty ladies bring me there instead. You should go ahead with your work!"
With that, Josh broke free from Benard's grasp and scurried off.
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