A Replacement Bride

Chapter 286

Chapter 286

Mike wanted to sit up, so Zak quickly helped by propping a pillow behind him. Following that, he sighed audibly before scanning the room and articulating in a hoarse tone, "There's something I've kept deep within myself for many years. I think it's time this matter comes to a proper closure…"

…

After half an hour, Mike fell into a deep slumber after spending his already limited energy reiterating his stories.

Exiting from the bedroom, everyone wore an ambiguous expression. Patricia had Cyndi and Myles head back to their rooms while the others sat in the living room.

Zak sighed and stated, "I can't believe that happened."

David did not expect it either. "Seems like Katherine was right. No wonder…" Suddenly, there was a hint of impatience on his face.

With the age difference, Zak and David should not be this close under normal circumstances. However, Master Blatt was on good terms with the Frasers, and David could also be said to have grown up with Zak, hence their relationship.

That was why Zak brought him along to see Katherine, thinking that David could help persuade her. Yet, who could have expected that she would not budge no matter what?

The thought of that enraged Zak. "No matter what happened, it's all in the past now! It's not like it has much to do with her, so why does she need to be this persistent? I think she's doing this on purpose!" he complained begrudgingly, yet David looked at him in disapproval.

"Although it's in the past, it doesn't mean it didn't exist. If you're wrong, you're wrong. Putting Katherine aside, it still doesn't change the fact. She isn't obliged to heal Mr. Fraser, nor is it her fault whether she chooses to save him. Zak, I think this is inappropriate of you."

As he recalled their friendship, Zak did not utter anything else and remained quiet. Still, Mike's illness had bugged him, so he could not give up so effortlessly after giving it some thought.

Just as he wanted to say something, a shriek echoed from upstairs that was accompanied by the sound of glass shattering.

"Young Master Myles! Young Master! What's wrong?"

Hearing the commotion, Zak and David exchanged glances before rushing upstairs with Patricia following them. They entered Myles' room only to see the servant standing beside the bed with a horrified expression.

"Mr. and Mrs. Fraser, Myles… H-He…" She turned around stiffly upon sensing their arrival, as if she had just experienced a huge shock while pointing at Myles, who was lying on the bed, shaking uncontrollably.

"What happened?" The clueless Zak went up to check on his son, only to have a sudden change in expression.

Myles was lying in bed wide-eyed, looking like he was in a state of horror.

Using his tremendous willpower, he managed to look in the direction of his father, wanting to utter something. Yet, no words came out of his mouth, for he only made some meaningless sounds.

"Myles, what's wrong? What is…" Zak quickly reached out to hold him, but no matter how much he shook his son or tried to speak to him, Myles did not budge an inch except for staring widely.

That sight spooked Zak, prompting him to order his servant, "What are you standing around for? Call for the doctor!"

The servant snapped back to reality and quickly did as she was told. A short while later, the Frasers' family doctor came rushing into the room.

After a brief check, the doctor concluded, "I'm afraid your son has full-body paralysis, Mr. Fraser. He won't be able to take care of himself from now on. Even his speech will be impaired…"

His words caused Zak to pale while Patricia wailed out of shock.

"How did this happen?! Wasn't he fine just moments ago? Do you have any way of treating him at all?"

Compared to the Fraser couple, David was calmer as he continued to ask critical questions.

The doctor shook his head. "There are no other methods. Mr. Fraser's brain cells have completely died. He can only live on in a vegetative state from now on."

Suddenly, Zak stumbled backward as his legs went weak at the news. Thanks to David holding him at the last moment, he did not fall.

At that point, the sobbing Patricia suddenly recalled Katherine's words. He won't be able to stand up after three days at most.

Then, she stood up by using the wall as support and suddenly rushed to Zak's side while holding his hands, staring at him.

"What are you doing?" he questioned impatiently, surprised at his wife's action.

She could not care less as she stated in a panic, "Miss Cornell! Quick! Go beg Miss Cornell!"

He was stunned for words. "What—"

"Miss Cornell came to conduct a checkup yesterday, saying that Myles will be paralyzed within three days! Didn't this… come true? Since Miss Cornell is so capable, she'll be able to cure Myles! Go and seek her now!"

Taken aback by the sudden twist, Zak was shocked beyond belief. He glanced at the only son he had lying on the bed before clenching his teeth and exiting the room with David in tow.

"David, please help me think of something! I need Katherine to heal my father and son! She can't just watch them die like this!"

Frowning, David replied, "Don't panic first. It's just one doctor's opinion for now. How about we send Myles to the best hospital and have their elites there to take a look?"

Zak shook his head, for his panic had reached a boiling point. "My family doctor is the best in the whole country! If he says there's no other way, what use is there in sending Myles to a hospital? Besides, my father can't wait any longer! If Katherine comes, then they'll all be saved! David, on account of our friendship, please help me out. Please!"

Since he had put it that way, David could not refuse him and accepted his plea.

…

Meanwhile, Katherine was unaware of the chaos transpiring at the Fraser Residence.

She, together with Joaquin, had invited Theodore for a meal. During the process, Theodore wisely decided not to bring up the Frasers. Yet, they were halfway through their meal when a familiar voice called out to her. This material belongs to NôvelDrama.Org.

"Kathy, I can't believe you didn't tell me you were in Kyoland. That's quite rude of you, no?"

Looking up, they saw Corey Gray walking over calmly.

She raised her eyebrows and stated, "We came in a hurry due to emergencies, so I didn't tell you." She wore a mysterious smile. "But you sure have sharp eyes to know I was in town."

Corey first greeted both Theodore and Joaquin before smiling. "You wanna guess how I found out?"

The waiter added another chair to their table, so he sat down without reservations.

Wiping the corner of her mouth, she spoke in an emotionless tone, "It's not a hard guess. Who else could it be but David? Say it. What did he ask you to come here for?"