"Why did her condition suddenly deteriorate? Everything was clearly heading in a positive direction. We even scheduled the surgery for next Monday…" Jonathan asked in a low, stifled voice.
Sophie, nestled in Ned's arms, began to cry again. She shook her head, indicating she had no idea either.
Archibald hesitated as he looked at Uncle Jonathan, then glanced at Ned, who was softly comforting Sophie.
Catching the special signal, Ned's eyes widened in shock. He had guessed it… He had actually thought…
"What the hell are you two secretly signaling about? Speak! What's going on?" Watching their interaction, Jonathan said angrily, "At a time like this, you still won't tell the truth? Archibald, tell your uncle everything you know."
