Chapter 451 Drop the Act

This time, my mind was clear, but I had no desire to open my eyes. Hearing Julian talking to a nurse, I really didn't want to face another lecture. But he must have sensed I was awake as his voice turned icy. "Since the Grim Reaper didn't take you, wake up and tell us all what it's like down there. Give us a rundown. Maybe my future patients could benefit from your connections." Reluctantly, I opened my eyes and greeted him sheepishly, "Juls." "Calling me by my nickname won't help you. What should I even say to you?" He sighed. "Money and companies are just things, but staying alive… Why is it so difficult for you?" I pursed my lips, too ashamed to respond. Leonard was infuriating, and if not for him, I wouldn't have passed out. Just as I was thinking about that scoundrel, his voice echoed from the hall outside. "Dr. Pope, I heard Eva passed out again. Please, let me see her. I'm begging you." His voice was tinged with sorrow, even a slight sob. Julian looked at me expressionle