Chapter 687

"Do you know that you almost died?" Steven was barely conscious and lying in a pool of his blood by the time Ewan brought him back. "Please return to the Lincoln family, Mr. Lincoln. Do it for the sake of those you care for. You can never win against the rich and powerful unless you become one yourself," Ewan urged, trying to persuade him to return to the Lincoln family. "Of course, I'll return. It's just that there's no place for me in the Lincoln family right now." Steven looked out to the window from the hospital bed. "The Lincoln family is full of hungry wolves. I'll meet my demise even sooner if I don't pretend to be crazy." He had to play the fool in order to live under the watchful eyes of the Lincoln family—he was biding his time. Ewan said, "James is ruthless and cold-blooded. You have to be careful, Mr. Lincoln." James entered the ward just as Ewan finished his words. Steven stared blankly outside the window, never once turning around. He said, "I can't believe you actu