Chapter 386

At the hospital. The arrangements for Old Mrs. Carter's funeral were underway, personally managed by Michael with Brenda's assistance. Ruby had been taken to a rest room to recover, where Juliana was already waiting for her with some light refreshments. "President Smith, you probably haven’t eaten anything yet. Please have something first," Juliana said softly, her heart aching at the sight of Ruby. Grief-stricken, Ruby looked completely different from the day before—her eyes were red, her hair disheveled, and her face unnaturally pale. "I can’t eat. Take it away," Ruby murmured in a faint voice, shaking her head. Juliana spoke even more gently, "President Smith, we’re all deeply saddened that Old Mrs. Carter is no longer with us. But you need to stay strong—for those who depend on you. You have a child to care for, and you also need to help President Carter with the funeral arrangements. Please, eat a little." At that moment, Ruby was emotionally fragile and needed someone to help pul