Chapter 603

The latest message from Bernard said, "Sweetie, 45 minutes and 37 seconds have passed. Is your meeting not over yet? I miss you." "...The meeting is over. I'm about to enter the operating room for the operation." The moment she sent the message, Bernard replied almost immediately, "How long will the operation take?" Hera said, "If all goes well, it'll take seven to eight hours." "Poor thing. Here's a virtual hug. "Don't feel too pressured. After all, Harvey is not the only son of the Presgrave family. Just rest if you're tired." Hera didn't know whether she should cry or laugh upon seeing his texts. He probably said that on purpose. Bernard sent another text, "The plane is about to take off. I'll come pick you up once I arrive at Jedburgh." They had not seen each other for more than a week. The thought of seeing Bernard after the operation made Hera smile instinctively. She replied, "Sure." Hera thought Bernard had already gone offline, but he texted within the next second, "I