Chapter 842

Brendan agreed with a light nod, and Jason left after that. As the door closed softly, Laila's eyes turned back to him. Oscar was still angry, so he turned his face away to avoid looking at Brendan. Seeing this, Laila spoke up. "Mr. Jordan Senior got so upset this morning after seeing the news that he almost had a heart attack. Thankfully, the ambulance arrived in time, or the consequences could have been serious." Pausing for a moment, she softened her tone and continued, "He woke up an hour ago. The doctor said it would be best for him to stay in the hospital for a few days for observation." After Laila finished speaking, she fell silent, and so did the two men. Feeling that her presence might not be appropriate, she said, "You two talk. I'll wait outside." Laila had felt sorry for Oscar since he was all alone in Ashburgh, so she had stayed to keep him company. During this time, she had tried several times to persuade him not to be so stubborn. Laila suggested that he return to