Chapter 100
Chapter 100:
Helena’s mind reeled as panic gripped her chest.
Her father was in danger!
Without a second thought for Emily, she bolted toward the hospital, desperation pushing her forward with every step.
However, Emily refused to be left behind.
She masked her intentions with a facade of concern. “Did something happen to Mr. Ellis? Let me come with you—perhaps I can be of assistance p>
Behind the wheel, Emily drove Helena to the hospital, her motives hidden beneath the guise of support.
A solemn-faced nurse guided Helena toward the operating room doors. Still trembling, Helena hurried across the polished floor. In the bright, sterile hospital light, she glimpsed a familiar silhouette waiting ahead. Her knees nearly buckled, but strong arms caught her, pulling her into a comforting embrace.
“Your father will pull through. Don’t worry p>
The familiar scent enveloped Helena, a balm to her frayed nerves. She lifted her gaze and found herself locked in Alden’s penetrating eyes.
“Why are you here?” Her voice quivered with surprise.
She never could have imagined this moment—her father fighting for his life, and Alden arriving before anyone else.
Alden’s hand traced soothing circles on her back. “I’m family too. Of course he matters to me p>
Just then, a physician emerged from the operating room. “Family of Albert Ellis, please come forward p>
Alden intertwined his fingers with Helena’s and guided her forward. “Doctor, how is my father?” Helena asked, dread lacing her words.
The doctor’s somber expression spoke volumes before he said a word. “Albert is stable for now. However, he’s been comatose for seventeen years, and his organs are showing signs of deterioration. You should brace yourself for difficult decisions ahead p>
Fighting back a flood of tears, Helena signed the necessary paperwork with trembling hands.
Emily hovered nearby, but Alden didn’t acknowledge her presence. He kept Helena securely against him, his attention unwavering as he focused on her distress.
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At the sight of their intimate connection, fury bloomed in Emily’s chest. With Albert still clinging to life, she swallowed her venom, forcing herself to contain her mounting frustration.
Shortly after, nurses wheeled Albert from the operating room. Helena and Alden moved in tandem beside him as he was transported to his room. Emily couldn’t penetrate their unified front, let alone voice her thoughts.
Frustrated, she approached the payment counter, calculating how covering Albert’s medical expenses might force Helena and Alden to divorce.
The nurse behind the counter quickly dispelled her plan. “This patient occupies a premium room in the nursing home affiliated with the hospital. Such accommodations require proof of assets exceeding ten million dollars. The bill has already been addressed p>
Emily froze, thunderstruck. A premium room with such astronomical requirements—how could Helena possibly afford such luxury? It had to be Alden’s doing!
Suddenly, Helena’s indifference toward her check made perfect sense. Alden had concealed his fortune all along, sharing the secret only with Helena!
A toxic cocktail of rage and regret surged through Emily’s veins. If she hadn’t abandoned the wedding, that wealth would have flowed into her family’s coffers instead of funding hospital bills!
Since persuasion had failed, she needed a new strategy to fracture Helena and Alden’s bond.
Emily slipped into a secluded corner and frantically dialed Rylan’s number.
Meanwhile, Helena maintained her vigil at Albert’s bedside in his private suite. Though he was medically stable, his hollow cheeks and ashen complexion betrayed his fragile condition.
As Helena gazed at her father’s withered form, guilt crashed over her in devastating waves.
“Dad, forgive me. I’ve failed you as a daughter p>
With the turmoil at Nexus TV consuming her attention, she had neglected her most sacred responsibility.
“Your father would never hold you accountable.” Alden settled beside her, gently capturing her trembling fingers between his own. “If he awakened now and saw your suffering, he’d only worry for your wellbeing p>
Helena’s heart constricted as tears carved paths down her cheeks. Seventeen years had passed since she last heard her father’s voice. Whether it was stern reprimands or tender affection, she longed to hear Albert address her once more.
Alden’s voice softened, a gentle tease. “Dry those tears. If you keep this up, your father will surely blame me for failing to cherish you properly p>
Warmth bloomed in Helena’s chest. She wiped the moisture from her face. “Thank you, Alden p>
Regret pierced her heart. She should have brought Alden to meet her father much sooner.
Helena longed to tell Albert that she wasn’t fighting her battles alone anymore. With Alden standing beside her, the future no longer felt so terrifying.
As they exited the hospital room, Helena suddenly remembered Emily had accompanied her, yet she had vanished. Recalling Emily’s earlier words, Helena drew a steadying breath.
Alden noticed her tension immediately. “What troubles you p>
Helena forced a smile, masking the unease flickering in her eyes. Since the moment Alden appeared outside the operating room, Emily’s poisonous words had lost their power. Alden had shown his devotion through actions that spoke louder than any declaration.
“Mr. Wilson, we have a situation.” Xavier rushed toward them, visibly distressed despite his reluctance to intrude.
Alden made no attempt to hide the situation from Helena. “Speak freely p>
Xavier extended his phone toward him. The headline blazing across the Nexus TV news app sent ice through Helena’s veins: “Wilson Group Heir Alden Wilson Suspected of Murder p>