Babel Novel
Chapter 39
Chapter 39
Chandler's accident alarmed many. The Newton family, including Esmond, all turned up at the hospital. "How is he? Is his life in danger?" Jenson asked the doctor urgently.
The doctor reported the situation truthfully. “Apart from external injuries, Mr. Newton doesn't have any major trauma to other parts of his body. We'll know more after further examinations. Please, remain calm."
"Thank you, doctor," Esmond said sincerely.
Aware of Chandler's prestigious status, the doctor reassured, "Rest assured, we'll give him the best care."
When Helen arrived, she had reverted to her usual appearance. She had also taken the time to bandage up her injured right hand. "Mr. Newton Senior, how is Chandler?" she inquired
Esmond absentmindedly took her left hand and patted it. unsure if he was comforting Helen or himself. "Don't worry, he'll be alright." Helen nodded and looked at the closed doors of the surgery room, feeling somewhat heavy-hearted.
Jenson was full of complaints
He pulled aside Chandler's assistant, Carles, to question, "What exactly happened? Why did my brother suddenly go racing and end up in such a big accident?"
"Mr. Jenson, I've already dispatched people to investigate this matter. I believe we'll have the results soon. Please, calm down. The most important thing now is Mr. Chandler's health.” Carles responded.
"If anything happens to my big brother, I won't let you off!" Jenson said angrily, his demeanor like that of a lion ready to pounce on prey. Just then, the doors of the surgery room opened.
The doctors and nurses filed out, and the Newton family gathered around them.
"How is it, Doctor? My grandson doesn’t have any serious injuries, right?” Esmond inquired.
After removing his surgical mask, the doctor briefly reported the patient's condition
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he patienthas basic soft tissue injuries add no other major issues: However; he has suffereda > concussion from the impact and needs to be hospitalized foro observation.” -
"When will he wake up?" Jenson asked.
"He should wake up after the anesthesia wears off,” the doctor replied.
The doctor's words reassured everyone and eased their worries.
Looking at the silent Zac, Esmond instructed, "Alright, it's good that it's nothing serious. You guys can go back first."
Zac hesitated momentarily. “Grandpa, how about I stay here tonight, and you return home first?”
Usually, Esmond wouldn't nave objected,but today, forsome = reason; ctie directly refused Zac's suggestion, "Staying here won't make much difference. Let Jenson stay. The rest will all go hame.”
Helen originally wanted to find an excuse to stay but had to give up and leave with Esmond. Zac trailed behind them.Content © provided by NôvelDrama.Org.
On the way back, Esmond noticed . Helen’ sand and asked in concert, "Helen, what happened to yours hand? How did you get injured?"
Helen instinctively put her hand in her pocket and explained, "I accidentally fell this afternoon. It's nothing serious.” "You're always so hasty. Are you sure you're okay?" Esmond prodded.
Helen nodded. "I'm fine, Mr. Newton Senior. It's just a minor injury. Don’t worry about it."
Despite her words, Esmond was still worried and instructed Zac to bring some medicine to Helen when they got home. Zac knocked on Helen's room door.
When she opened the doar, he handed her a bottle of top-grade medicinal dressing for wounds.
"Grandpa wanted me to give this to you.”