"Yes, I'm."
"This is the hospital. Your father is currently in emergency surgery. His condition is critical. Please come as soon as possible to sign the critical condition notice."
"W-What are you saying? How could my father suddenly be in surgery?"
"Ms. Moore, it's too complicated to explain the details over the phone. Please come to the hospital as soon as possible. It's very likely this will be your last chance to see Mr. Moore."
Florence's mind went blank. Her hands trembled so much that she could barely hold the phone.
"Florence, don't panic. I'll take you to the hospital right now," Lancelot said.
"How could my father suddenly be critical? Wasn't he still on a business trip?" Florence's voice was full of terror.
Numbness spread through her body, and her legs went limp. As soon
