Chapter 543 The Taste of Complete Darkness
As for Irwin, dealing with just one matter was already giving him a headache, and that was Frederick’s whereabouts.
But now…
Oh, Natalie…
She was truly ruthless!
It seemed as if nothing else mattered to her anymore…
Indeed, that was the impression Natalie gave Cedric–that nothing mattered to her.
Just then, Kayla returned.
Perhaps it was the natural disposition of children to love playing. Ever since her discharge from the hospital and after a few days of recuperation at home, Kayla was eager to go out and play.
“Daddy,” she greeted.
She was growing up so fast.
Cedric extinguished his cigarette when he saw her. “Where did
you go?”
“To the amusement park!”
The moment she spoke of her outing, her spirits lifted noticeably, indicating her genuine fondness for such places. Perhaps because she hadn’t been able to go when she should have, she still enjoyed it even at this age.
However…
“You shouldn’t go anymore this month, okay?”
“Okay.” She obediently nodded, clearly taking Cedric’s words seriously.
Despite her love for playing, she was also a well–behaved child.
With tenderness in his eyes, Cedric embraced her. “You’ve only just recovered. You shouldn’t go to crowded places.”
“Mr. Kyle took me to less crowded places,” Kayla replied softly.
However, Cedric was not reassured.
After all, those were still public places. Given the traumatic experience they had been through, one could only imagine the weight of the psychological shadow lurking within Cedric.
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Hence, he didn’t want Kayla to venture into such places.
“Kayla.”
“Yes, Daddy.”
“Daddy will be away on a business trip for a few days. You must be good, understood?”
“You’re not taking me with you, Daddy?”
Her little face drooped instantly when Cedric mentioned a business trip.
Undoubtedly, Cedric was a pillar of support in Kayla’s world. Hence, upon hearing that he would be leaving home, an unmistakable expression of reluctance appeared on her face, indicating how much she would miss him.
“I have something important to do. Also, you’ve just recovered, so you need to rest, okay?”
“Okay.”
Kayla was obedient enough. Seeing her nod, Cedric was relieved and smiled warmly.
Meanwhile, Natalie’s vision had been increasingly blurry recently. After consulting with doctors multiple times, they advised her to take proper rest.
Soon, the family became aware of it.
“Nat, perhaps we should proceed with the surgery…” Heather’s voice choked up.
For anyone, eyesight is of paramount importance.
What would they do if she lost her vision?
“Mom, don’t worry too much, alright?” Natalie reassured.
“How can I not worry? I…” Heather’s voice hardened as she struggled to continue.
She had finally found her lost children, who were doing just fine, and now this situation arose.
Earlier, when she knew Natalie had a decent life growing up, she had breathed a sigh of relief. But then she watched her daughter endure so much emotional torment and pain and even ended up in such a state!
Heather was Natalie’s mother.
How could she not feel heartbroken?
“Mom!” Natalie felt exasperated.
How many times had the Jarvis family urged her to have surgery? She had already checked
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The corneas available for transplant were scarce, and so many people were on the waiting list. Even though the Jarvis family could prioritize her, Natalie didn’t want to resort to such means.
Those waiting for the transplants were anxious!
“Nat, I just want the best for you, you know?”
Finally, Heather couldn’t hold back her tears as she embraced Natalie.
Natalie fell silent.
Hearing Heather cry, Natalie felt a suffocating sensation in her chest.
