chapter199

After Connor stepped up for Chief Lydia online and splurged on gifts for her, everyone started gossiping that he had a thing for her.

He didn't mind those rumors at all.

Lydia thought about it for a second, then said, "I'll do it when I have time."

She only streamed when her schedule allowed. If she was busy, she just didn't go

live. But she couldn't stay away too long, or Sue would absolutely freak out.

"Alright, I'll wait for you," Connor replied.

"Okay."

"Have you had your meal?"

"Not yet."

Connor frowned. "You're still working? Do you even realize how late it is?"

"Have you?" Lydia shot back.

Connor grinned, his tone shameless. "Can't eat. I'm too busy thinking about you."

Lydia couldn't believe it. The Connor everyone called cold and ruthless actually knew how to flirt.

When she didn't answer right away, Connor wondered if he had scared her off. He cleared his throat, a little awkward. Maybe we could eat together?"

"Well. I'm at the hospital with my parents."

Connor got the message. "How's Grandpa Wayne doing?"

He's alright. Nothing to worry about." Lydia didn't mention that Lucinda had once again caused Mr. Norwood to end up in surgery today.

"That's good. I won't keep you then. Go eat something. Let's talk tonight."

"Okay."

Meanwhile, Milana was falling apart after her call with Dr. Hady.

What should she do?

Luke didn't have much time left. Sandy hadn't told her what she thought. She really had no choice. She picked up her phone and called Jenson.

Jenson was completely overwhelmed. In just a few days, the company had lost more than ten major clients. If this kept going, they'd be out of business soon.

He was desperate, calling every client himself. None of them could give him a straight answer. They just... left.

It felt like someone wanted to destroy him.

As he was in the middle of yet another tense call, Milana's number popped up.

"What is it?" He sounded irritated.

Milana knew he was stressed about work, but Luke's surgery was more important than anything.

Babe, the hospital just called. They said Luke can only last three more days at most. They said he needs. surgery right away. If we wait any longer even Miracle Hands won't be able to save him." Milana's voice cracked as she spoke.

Jenson's heart dropped. Didn't Sandy come back? Then let's get this done now."

"But... Sandy... she doesn't seem willing." Milana explained everything that happened today.

Jenson nearly exploded. "Tell her she has to donate that kidney. Is she just going to watch Luke die?"

He always thought Sandy was a sensible girl. He never expected her to hesitate when it really mattered.

I've told her everything, but she's still not okay with it. Maybe it was all too sudden. It's all Lydia's fault anyway."

"What's the point of blaming Lydia now? You make some

arrangements ag the hospital. I'll talk

to Mom and make sure Miracle

Hands gets to the hospital nght away. I'm heading home."

"Okay. Got it."

As soon as she hung up, Milana dialed Dr. Hady. "Dr. Hady, we've found a matching kidney donor. It's my own daughter. And we've got Mirade Hands lined up for the surgery, Can you operate on my san right away?"

Dr. Hady was surprised. So Lydiahad already agreed to operate on Luke.

"Yes, we'll start preparing immediately. And from now on, the donor shouldn't eat anything."

"Alright, I understand."