Chapter 131

Alyssa dipped her head, tears streaming as she put on a show. "Howard, I'm fine. I don't want a doctor." Howard frowned. "You're not fine. Let him check on you." The doctor nodded. He had seen Alyssa's condition all over the news, and he couldn't help but pity her. "I'll be okay with a painkiller," Alyssa said, forcing a smile. She paused, then added with a bitter laugh, "For someone like me, what difference does it make if I die a day sooner or later?" She flicked a glance at Howard. He didn't seem to notice. With a wave of his hand, he signaled the doctor to leave, then helped Alyssa into the bedroom. "You're not dirty. It's just been a long night with my grandparents. I'm not in the mood," he said. "Your health isn't good. You should rest." He gestured for Lily to come in from the doorway. "Stay with her. Don't leave her alone." Lily didn't dare respond. She looked at Alyssa instead. Alyssa gazed up at Howard, her eyes wide and glistening with tears. Howard lowered his ga