Chapter 72

Ethan stayed in Emma's room until it was already dark outside without even realizing it. "Ring, ring—ring, ring—" "Hello." Ethan picked up the call. "Ethan, when are you coming to the hospital? I'm scared being here alone." "There's still some stuff I need to handle at work. Ask the nurse to stay with you. I'll come by once I'm done, alright?" His tone was still gentle, but deep down, he was extremely irritable. He didn't have the energy to deal with Claire, nor the patience for work. "Okay then, don't push yourself too hard." Claire was disappointed, but since Emma was no longer around, she didn't press him further. "Yeah." Ethan replied briefly and just flopped back onto the bed. ...... Emma had been heartbroken on the first day, but after that, she just felt numb, like all her emotions had been drained away. She'd turned off her phone and skipped work without even notifying anyone these past few days. That morning, she got up early, put on a light touch of makeup, and headed out. "L