Chapter 393

Chapter 393: The Lifesaver “Where’s Marcus?” Milton asked, even though he already knew the answer. Elaine glanced at the room and said calmly, “He’s inside.” Milton was just about to ask why she hadn’t gone in when Elaine quickly added, “Don’t bother him. The doctor said he needs rest.” “So he’s fine now, right?” Milton’s tone carried a hint of reassurance, as though affirming his own assumption. But Elaine shook her head, her voice low. “We’re not sure yet. It depends on when he wakes up.” Milton exchanged a quick look with Oliver, silently hoping his friend would step in and say something comforting. But Oliver remained characteristically silent — emotional support clearly wasn’t his forte. The awkward pause lingered until Milton noticed the blood on Elaine’s hands and the smudges on her clothes. Lowering his voice, he gently suggested, “Look at your hands. You should go wash that off.” Elaine hadn’t even been aware of the blood until Milton pointed it out. The moment she saw the sta