Chapter 265

Jason walked over and crouched down in front of her. He gently brushed his fingers over Ruby’s eyelids — they were flushed, trembling slightly at his touch. His voice was hoarse and low, “I just want someone to look after you and the kids after I’m gone.” He didn’t try to deny it. Ruby’s eyes, already red, turned even redder. She raised her voice slightly, emotions welling up, “There’s no such ‘after’! Jason, even if that day comes, I’ll raise the kids myself. I don’t need anyone else!” Jason’s face was lined with sorrow. “Call me selfish or a coward. I just... I can’t take that risk. What if something happens and there’s no one around to help you? David is still just a teenager. No matter how great he is, he’s still young. And you know it too—I don't have much time left.” Just one bout of flu was enough to turn everything upside down. The bright light swept across Ruby’s pale face, highlighting every fragile line. He hated seeing her cry, told her again and again not to… but how could