Chapter 753 The Wedding Date

William couldn't take it any longer. He pushed aside the water Lyle was offering and stood up, leaning on the table as he hoarsely said, "I think we've had enough of this meal. Since Mr. Cronus has something to attend to this afternoon, I won't keep him any longer." Without looking at anyone, he left his seat and walked out the door. But he couldn't suppress the urge to cough. Every few steps, he would cough a bit more. Ashton watched William with concern. William's condition had been under control, but now it seemed to have relapsed. "Mr. Middleton, let me take you to the hospital." William closed his eyes as he replied in a raspy voice, "There's no need for that." Just as Ashton was about to persuade him further, a woman's voice sounded from behind. "William." Ashton turned around to see Emelie, who had followed them out. Ashton was overjoyed. "Ms. Hoven, please help convince Mr. Middleton. He's coughing so much, but he refuses to go to the hospital. It's not right." William