Everyone in the room was stunned by Scott's alarming announcement.
Frederic's eyes, once warm and affectionate, turned fierce and bloodshot in an instant.
He exclaimed, his voice icy, "Then let her die!"
Scott wiped the sweat from his brow, visibly anxious. "Mr. Adamson, I'm afraid it's not that simple. There's a press group at the hospital today. Miss Palance's behavior is already online, and you're right in the spotlight."
Veins bulged on Frederic's forehead, and he clenched his fists tightly.
He cast a deep, searching look at Joey, recognizing a glimmer of hope in her eyes when Elise pleaded earlier.
It seemed that her heart had softened slightly.
He immediately approached Joey, bending down to look at her. "Joey, I need to hear your answer to Grandma's question."
Joey lowered h
