Chapter 147

I eyed Dr. Adkins, attempting to get hints from his expression, but his expression remained grave. Then, he slowly lifted his gaze to meet Darren's. I couldn't understand what their silent exchange was about. Just as I was lost in my thoughts, Darren coughed. He was displeased that I was staring at Dr. Adkins. Dr. Adkins withdrew his hand and stood up to straighten his clothes. "If you have anything to say to each other, say it now." Alarmed, I grabbed Dr. Adkins and ignored the pain in my throat. "What do you mean? Didn't you say it'd be fine as long as he woke up?" There was a tremble in my voice, and the hoarseness made the last few words almost incomprehensible. Dr. Adkins avoided my gaze as I grabbed him and turned his head away. The small action was like a death sentence to Darren in my eyes. My teeth chattered as I fought to hold back the sobs. I couldn't understand. Darren had woken up, and his fever had subsided, so why was there still a problem? "Isn't there another w