Ch. 1591..1600

Spoiled by mr. russell chapter 1591 -"I know.I knew you'd understand me," the old man said with a smile after being freed to move his body.

Noticing Lily’s preoccupied face, he asked, "What's wrong? How's that silly husband of yours?"

"He's not looking very good."

Lily shook her head and briefly recounted the situation in the past few days, including his pulse reading, condition changes, and laboratory test results.

The most intriguing aspect of all of this was that the lab results were normal.She only knew Alexander's internal organs were unwell by reading his pulse.

It seemed like medical instruments could not pick up the effects of this virus.

"How interesting!"

The old man spoke thoughtfully as he listened.

However, he immediately realized how bad that sounded and glanced at her before correcting his words.

"I didn't mean it that way.What I'm saying is...From your description, it seems like the virus was created to avoid all these instruments.Could it be a new disease from God?"

"It's a man-made virus, not one from God," Lily answered lightly.

After so many years, she had learned to distinguish between natural diseases and man-made ones.

Moreover, it was overwhelming that things happened one after another before the storm had even settled.

"Now that's interesting! If this virus is man-made, that person is a genius!" Dominic couldn't help but praise.

"Can you stop talking nonsense? I'm asking for your opinion." Lily sighed.

‘How can this old man still joke around?’ With a calm smile, he said, "From your description, it sounds like his pulse is unstable.It's only normal during the day.Have you ever considered whether it's the surroundings that affect it? Several other things may cause heart palpitations at night.You can't just assume it's one thing or another."

Lily nodded and pondered what he said.

She had also thought about this, but seeing as she was not directly involved, the sight of Alexander's suffering had caused her to be fixated on one thing.

That was why she turned to Dominic.

After all, listening to his opinions might spark a new perspective in her.

"I also need some herbs.I've written them down here," she said, handing a piece of paper to him.

With her current condition, it was difficult for her to go and pluck them on her own.

On top of that, some herbs needed to be dried or undergo complicated procedures.

Dominic would have ready-made ones.

"Gosh! You're shameless!"

He grumbled after taking a look at the paper.

"How dare you? You've never been reluctant to ask me for favors either."

"You..."

Shaking his head, Dominic called for a servant and handed over the paper to her with some instructions.

Then he turned around again and asked, "Did you go there that night? What about your idiotic husband?"

"He's not an idiot!" Lily refuted that disapprovingly.

Dominic just clicked his tongue and shook his head.

' How come I've never seen you defend me like this?"

Hearing this, she rolled her eyes.She couldn't care less about what this old man was saying.

"He's in the hospital now.There are people taking care of him.They're well-equipped there, so I'm sure he'll be fine.What's more, if the X Department manages to solve this plague issue, it's good news to Alexander too!" Dominic nodded in agreement.

Spoiled by mr. russell chapter 1592 -"There's nothing mysterious about the department, but I can't say it's not mysterious either!"

Dominic began to beat around the bush.

Lily shot him a glare before he continued, "It's quite easy to tell.They specialize in the study of strange phenomena.Besides the plague, they also looked into some strange phenomena that science couldn't explain."

"You mean spiritual things?!" her eyes widened in surprise.

‘Why were there still doctors studying supernatural powers?’ He waved dismissively as if he could read her mind.

"No, no, no.They don't just have doctors there.They have architects, special police forces, and various other jobs that you can think of.To summarize, they’re a group of elites from all backgrounds."

His smile was very flattering as he said that.

"Speaking of which, you're also an elite."

Lily immediately rolled her eyes.

"You deserve all the credit."

Dominic chuckled and ignored her sarcasm as he continued, "This department and I go way back.I was probably in my forties when they wanted me to join their team.But you know me.It would suffocate me to be forced into a small space, researching every day of my life.I haven't heard from them since I rejected them until now."

"That's why you sold me out!"

Lily grumbled after casting a sidelong glance at him.

"What do you mean I sold you out? It was a recommendation! I recommended the most talented person I know!"

The old man corrected her disapprovingly.

"So, instead of you getting cooped up in a small space to do research, you'd want me to take your place?"

She was still unhappy that he did not discuss it with her first.

Hearing this, Dominic put his hands up in surrender.

"I didn't mean to leave you in the dark about this, but they came in a hurry."

I didn't expect them to come before you, and they looked like they were in a hurry.You were also busy, so...I didn't have time to discuss anything with you."

Lily thought about it and figured he was right.

All her phone calls to him were short and straightforward, as she was afraid she might be monitored.

She tried to keep the phone calls as brief as possible and did not say anything important.

"Fine.You're right."

Lily saw the servants coming out with big bags of herbs.

"I'm going to go now."

"Hey..."

The old man stood up.

''Do you really not want to see your son?"

She immediately stopped in her steps.She did want to see Galen.

After all, it had been a few days since she had seen him.

She missed him.

However, wouldn't it be sadder for him if they met and she still couldn't bring him along with her? After a sigh, she said, "Forget it.I'm not going to meet him.I'll have all the time in the world once this is over."

Dominic sighed when he heard this, but didn't say anything more.

Although Lily was stern, she couldn't help but glance upstairs when she left the house.She was surprised to see her son standing there on the balcony.

He seemed to have noticed her turning around, and he began vigorously waving his little hand at her.

When she saw him waving at her, she couldn't stop the tears from forming in her eyes.

After all, there was still some reluctance to leave him here.

"Mummy, I'll wait for you!" Galen shouted.

"Make sure to listen to Grandpa!"

Lily waved, yelling back at him.

Lily had initially planned to go home and pack her things before dropping by the hospital to visit Alexander, settle some matters, and remind Greg before she left for that mysterious department.

Unexpectedly, she noticed a car that had followed her at the fork of the road.

That car seemed to be waiting for her.

Seeing how the car was already waiting for her, she had no plans of avoiding it.

Instead, she drove beside the vehicle and braked right before colliding with it.

After stopping at such a close distance, she finally saw the woman sitting in the driver's seat.

Although she was wearing a cap and mask, Lily could recognize the woman at a glance...

It was Olivia.

‘What a surprise!’ Lily thought her stalker would be Rhea or someone from that mysterious department.

She had never expected it to be Olivia.

Lily quickly unbuckled her seat belt and got out of the car in shock.

As she walked toward the car, Olivia also paused for a moment before quickly getting out.

Spoiled by mr. russell chapter 1593-The two looked at each other without saying a word, and the atmosphere turned awkward.

"You..."

Lily didn't know what to say as she looked at Olivia.

"What are you doing?"

Olivia did not reply.

"Are you following me?"

Silence followed again as Olivia did not speak.

Seeing her drooping head and worried face, Lily sighed.

"Is this about Edward?"

Only then did Olivia look up at Lily and ask, "No.Is Mr.Russell back?"

Lily was astounded.

Instead of asking about Edward, Olivia was asking about Alexander.

Lily pursed her lips and frowned slightly.

"Yeah.What's wrong?"

"Can I see him?" Olivia asked.

"No!"

Lily refused in an instant.

The only reason behind it was because of Alexander's current physical condition.He should see as few people as possible.

She even kept his return a secret from his mother for fear that she would come and visit him at the hospital if she knew about it.

At her age, it would be terrible if she also caught the plague.

It was only right to take precautions because of how infectious this disease was.

"Why? I just have a few questions I need to ask him."

Olivia was surprisingly persistent.

"I'll leave right after."

"With his current physical condition, he may not be able to answer your questions," Lily replied with a sigh.

"Huh?”

"If there's news about Edward, I'll tell you immediately!"

Lily reassured her.She guessed that Olivia must be doing this because of Edward.

Then Lily raised her hand to pat Olivia on her shoulder but missed.It seemed like Olivia had dodged her touch.

"There's no need for that."

"What do you mean?"

"Nothing.You don't have to tell me if you don't want to.You don't have to keep lying to me like this." Olivia's tone of voice sounded strange.

It was almost as if it was full of resentment.

Now, Lily was shocked.

After all, Olivia was never such a person.

"Olivia, what's the matter with you? Why are you talking like that? If there's anything wrong, just say it to my face," Lily said, "You know I hate it when people beat around the bush."

As soon as she said this, Olivia's eyes suddenly reddened.

"You know I've always been a straightforward person.I've always believed in you and Mr.Russell.I trust everything you say.If you tell me I should wait,I patiently wait.But, Lily, if you had to choose, are you going to choose Mr.Russell or me?"

Lily was perplexed by her question.

‘What is going on?!’ "What do you mean I have to choose? You're my friend, and he's my husband.You two are important to me.How am I supposed to choose?"

Spoiled by mr. russell chapter 1594-"What if you have to choose?!"

Olivia was weirdly stubborn today.She had always been a mellow person.It was out of character of her to persist.

"If he and I were to have a conflict and were on different sides, who would you choose? What if...what if we become enemies The more she spoke, the more anxious and angrier she became.

"You won't become enemies!" Lily interrupted.

"I won't let the two of you become enemies! You're not an unreasonable person, and neither is he.If there comes a day when you two have a conflict, I will help solve the misunderstanding.

"You two are the most important people to me.How can you ask me to choose?"

Lily reasoned solemnly and sighed.

"Olivia, I know you've been going through a lot lately, and your emotions must be all over the place, but believe me, I'll always be here to help you!"However, Olivia was not appeased by her as before.Instead, she took two steps back, shook her head, and said, "No.No, you won't.I used to think there were people out there who would go through the highs and lows with me, but I've learned that humans are selfish regarding life and death.I'm sorry, Lily.I'm human.There are things I have to do for myself.I'm sorry!"

Tears rolled down her cheeks as she spoke.

Before Lily could comprehend what she meant, Olivia turned around, quickly ran back into the car, and left.She left Lily in the dust at a loss.

‘Did Olivia stalk and wait for me just to say all that? Oh, right.She wanted to see Alexander."

However, Olivia's reaction was odd after Lily rejected her.

It seemed like Olivia had a grudge against Alexander.

Although Lily wanted to chase after Olivia and clarify things, time was running out.

Lily had to rush back to get her things, drop by the hospital, and rush straight to X Department.

Time was tight, and she could not afford to waste too much of it.

The atmosphere in the living room was a little tense.

It was fine a while ago, but Fabian felt the shift in Cameron's mood.

Cameron seemed a little irritable and anxious.He would occasionally stand up and pace around the living room from time to time.

"Ron...about the project I mentioned earlier, I heard the bidding is already being re-planned.

When do you think..."

Before Fabian had even finished speaking, he was interrupted mercilessly by Cameron.

"If I tell you to wait, just wait! Why do you have to ask so much nonsense?!"

Fabian immediately fell silent.

He was a little upset after being shut down like this.

Although Cameron had always treated him like this back then, he was different these past two days.

After Cameron treated Fabian so politely before, it was difficult for Fabian to accept that Cameron was back to this rude and contemptuous attitude.

After letting out a cough, Fabian raised his head and said, "Ron, I'm not trying to rush you.Ree said the lab needed things to speed up.You see..."

Before he finished speaking, Cameron suddenly stopped and turned to look at Fabian, interrupting him again.

"Ree..."

At this moment, although Fabian was a little fearful, he still bravely answered, "Exactly.You must know that the lab is waiting for their relocation address.What about you let them move there first? Since the project will be under us at the end of the day anyway, I..."

"Rhea! Where is Rhea?!"

Cameron suddenly became furious and questioned manically.Fabian was taken aback and jumped up from the sofa.

Then he pointed outside.

"Ree is..."

Spoiled by mr. russell chapter 1595-"I'm here!"

Rhea called out, coming into the living room before he could finish talking.

As weird as it sounded, the manic Cameron immediately calmed down when he saw her.He did not seem as irritable and anxious as before.He was looking straight at her.

"Rhea..."

"Uncle Cameron, I just remembered I have something to discuss with you about the lab again.I need to talk to you!" She said and walked straight into the study.

With a nod, Cameron quickly followed her in.

Fabian was stunned by what he saw.

Just as he was about to follow them, Rhea stopped him.

"This is a secret between Uncle Cameron and me!"

Fabian was a little displeased to hear this.

After all, he was her father, and there should be no secrets between the two.

Moreover, Fabian was responsible for the vaccine development project.

However, he did not dare to object.He could see that Cameron seemed to only listen to Rhea.

Although Fabian did not know what trick she pulled on him, it did not matter.

As long as it benefited him, he did not have to know the secret.

On the other hand, Anastasia felt differently from him.

She had been sitting on the sidelines, eating and watching the scene unfold.

Recently, she felt that her father had been acting strangely, yet she could not pinpoint what was wrong.

Cameron still went and got off work as usual.

He seemed to be at home more often now but seldom talked to her, and each interaction with her was indifferent.He would spend most of his time sitting in a daze, seeming like his mind was somewhere else.

Whenever Anastasia asked about it, his only reply was, "nothing."

There would be occasional manic episodes like just now too.

Although Anastasia felt that her father had changed, Lily's reminder lingered.

After thinking it through, it seemed like Cameron was not that kind of person.

‘Is my father sick? Like me?’ However, the moment Rhea entered the door, everything changed.Cameron's eyes lit up when he saw her, and he obeyed her like a loyal dog.

Seeing that the two were about to enter the study again, Anastasia chased after them and grabbed him by the arm.

"Dad, don't go!"

"Let go!"

Cameron was annoyed.His face immediately scrunched up into a frown, unhappy that his daughter was stopping him.

"Dad, I don't understand what’s so secretive that the rest of us can't hear it.If you're going in, I'll follow you!" She said half coquettishly as she shook his arm.

In the past, Cameron would immediately soften up and listen to her if she acted like this, even when he was angry.

However, the trick did not work this time.

Faced with her coquettishness, Cameron looked highly disgusted.He seemed to have run out of patience and swung his arm violently.

"Let go!"

Anastasia did not expect him to be so rough.

With his strength, she staggered back and stared at him in shock.

"Dad?!"

"Anastasia, you shouldn't show your attitude like that.Uncle Cameron and I are discussing serious matters.This isn't a game.You're just a princess in a castle where you'd get food prepared for you.All you do is eat and enjoy your blissful life.You won't understand anything."

Rhea's words were harsh, but Cameron did not defend Anastasia.

Instead, he urged, "Don't waste your time talking to her.Let's go!"

Anastasia was in disbelief as she watched the two enter the study, and the door slammed shut before her eyes.

She had been trying to convince herself that her father had not changed and that he was just doing business.

However, it was getting harder to believe.

‘Is this indifferent and heartless man really my father?’

Spoiled by mr. russell chapter 1596 -Although the study door was closed, Anastasia was not satisfied.She trotted up to the study to try and eavesdrop on them.

However, the door was pulled open as soon as she reached it.

Rhea stood at the door with her arms crossed, casually looking at her.

"Why won't you listen to your father?"

Then Rhea turned her head to look at Cameron.

"Uncle Cameron, what do you think we should do?"

"Get out!"

Cameron yelled at Anastasia with a livid face.

"Dad, is she threatening you? Why are you acting like this? I'm Tasia, your daughter!"

Anastasia looked at him desperately.

‘Rhea must’ve hypnotized him! That’s the only explanation!’ Anastasia wanted to snap him out of it.

‘I can’t let it go on like this! , Rhea, on the other hand, seemed unconcerned.

She turned around and smiled faintly.

"I'm not in a rush."

This seemed to trigger something in Cameron.He suddenly grabbed Anastasia by the hand before forcefully dragging her out.

Although she was heavy, he wasn't just any man.

His muscular physique and brute force allowed him to drag her to the guest room before he threw her to the ground.

"Ouch!"

With his powerful shove, coupled with the weight of her body, Anastasia rushed forward uncontrollably and fell straight to the ground.

"That hurts!"

Tears began to roll down her cheeks as she was in pain.She had barely healed from the fall a few days ago.

This time, the fall was even more painful.

On top of that, her father had thrown her to the ground.

Not only did her body hurt, but her heart ached even more.

Before she even got up, Cameron had left and closed the door with a bang.

Then she heard the sound of someone locking the door.

"Dad? Dad!" She called out, but to no avail.

Then she heard him order the servants, "No one is allowed to open the door for her without my order!"

"Yes, sir!"

"Dad! Dad!"

Anastasia continued to shout.

She banged against the door desperately, but no one rescued her.She was like an abandoned child.Her yelling and banging were in vain.She cried and cried until she ran out of tears.She had never felt like this before.

Cameron was a busy man when she was a kid, so he was not always around, but she never doubted that he loved her.

Although she was disappointed and would sometimes complain, she was not too upset about it.

Now, she was in despair because her father had changed.

In the past, he would never treat her like this, no matter what happened.

Now, he would even lock her up.

Regardless of the reason, Anastasia vowed she would never forgive him.

After Cameron locked Anastasia in the guest room, he quickly returned to the study and closed the door behind him.

"It's done!"

Rhea nodded in satisfaction.

With a smile, she turned around and passed him a small pill from her pocket.

"What a rare sight, Uncle Cameron! You should cherish this and continue being obedient."

"Continue being obedient!"

Cameron repeated after her mechanically as he nodded.

His eyes were on the pill in her hand.

Once he took it, he quickly stuffed it into his mouth and swallowed it without even taking a sip of water.

Adam's apple bobbled, indicating that he had swallowed the pill.His eyes widened for a moment before his breathing relaxed.He didn't seem so irritable anymore.

"Uncle Cameron, who are you?" Rhea asked, looking at him.

Spoiled by mr. russell chapter 1597-"Cameron Rollins," he replied dully.

"Then, who am I?"

Rhea pointed to herself with a slight smile.

After staring at her for a few seconds, Cameron replied, "Master."

"No.I want you to call me Rhea, okay? I am your master, and you must listen to my orders, but outside, you must call me Rhea.Understand?" She emphasized, staring into his eyes.

He nodded mechanically.

"Understood."

"Great!"

Rhea was delighted.

Then she began to repeat her instructions to him.

After an hour or so, the two finally came out of the study.

Fabian, who had been waiting outside, had already fallen asleep as he lay sprawled on the sofa, snoring.

Suddenly a voice called out, " Fabian Moore!"

It sounded like thunder.

Fabian jolted up and rolled off the sofa.

When he got up and saw Cameron calling him, he quickly wiped the drool from his mouth and grinned.

"Ron!"

"Tell your men to get ready to start on the base.Rhea and her labmates will relocate soon.The project waits for no one.It must be done as soon as possible!"

Cameron stated as he took a seat.

Fabian was stunned for a moment before he quickly returned to his senses.

"Okay! I'll send a team to do it right away!"

Then he hesitated again.

"But, Ron, the procedures..."

"I'll get someone to handle the legal procedures.Just do what I tell you," Cameron said with a frown.

Seeing that he wasn't angry, Fabian quickly nodded and bowed his head.It was rare that Cameron treated him this way.

"Okay! With your blessing, I feel relieved.I'll get it done right away.Don't worry.I'll do my best to make sure everything goes smoothly!"

With that, he stood up, eager to get started.

When he saw Rhea standing at the side, he called out to her.

"Ree, are you coming with me?"

"No.I still have a few things I need to talk to Uncle Cameron about, " she replied, sitting leisurely across from him.

Fabian was puzzled.He always felt that this daughter of his was very...unpredictable.He had no idea what she did to make Cameron so obedient.However, it did not matter as long as it benefited him.

With that, he nodded and said, "All right! Don't bother your uncle too much.He needs some rest as well!"

Seeing that Cameron did not answer, Fabian quickly left before Cameron could change his mind.

Rhea sat quietly for two minutes and heard nothing from the guest room.

Then she turned to Cameron.

"Tasia is so quiet.Aren’t you worried?"

Cameron did not answer as he sipped his tea in silence as if it had nothing to do with him.

"What if something happens to her because you locked her in the room?"

Still, there was no response from him.He continued sipping his tea and turned a deaf ear.

"Uncle Cameron, go and look," Rhea said again.

This time, Cameron finally reacted.He put down his cup, stood up, and walked to the guest room.He opened the door and stood outside.

Anastasia was sitting on the side of the bed with her back turned to the door.She seemed out of breath.

When she heard the door open, she didn't even bother turning around.

"Anastasia, are you happy now?"

Rhea, who had followed behind him, asked with a smile.

Spoiled by mr. russell chapter 1598-"Happy? Happy that you managed to turn my father through your vicious and evil means?"

Anastasia retorted with her back turned.She didn't want to see Rhea's smug face.

"If that's the case, you could say I’m surprised.I didn't expect the cousin I grew up with to be such a person."

Rhea didn't seem affected by her sarcasm.

Instead, she still grinned and said, "Well, whatever goes! The law of this world is simple.The strong prey on the weak.Don't you understand? The stronger you are, the more you get.Power is the most real thing you can get!"

"Really? Do you think you deserve power?" Anastasia sneered.

Her tears had dried up at this point.

"Whether I deserve it or not is not up to you to decide.Uncle Cameron, Tasia is bewitched by that woman, Lily Christian.She's acting up.I think you should teach her a lesson,"

Rhea said as she turned to Cameron Hearing this, Anastasia shuddered.

Although her heart was shattered after what her father did, she was still keen on hearing what he would say.

‘Will he listen to Rhea? Will he punish me because of what Rhea said?"

"What should I do?" Cameron asked unexpectedly.

"Hmm..."

As Rhea pretended to think, Anastasia couldn't help but turn around to take a look.She wanted to see with her own eyes how her father was obeying Rhea and what he would do to teach his daughter a lesson.

Rhea was filled with glee when she saw Anastasia's eyes, which were filled with sadness and disappointment.

This was what she wanted to see.She was used to seeing the light in Anastasia's eyes ever since she was a child.

Back then, she was a beautiful little girl, like a princess.

Everyone liked her, supported her, doted on her, complimented her, and flattered her.

Rhea was always the second-best around her.

Although she had excellent grades, Anastasia was well-behaved and sensible.

If she was obedient, Anastasia was generous.

No matter what or how hard she tried, she could never be on par with Anastasia.

Later, Rhea grew up to realize that it was not because of Anastasia's beauty, brain, or capability that got her so much attention.It was her father.His powers created a halo around her.

Because of her father, everyone doted on and liked her, including Rhea's parents.

Once she realized this, she gave up trying to please anyone.

It was meaningless.

It was pointless to try to win Cameron over.

Just like her parents, they were delighted whenever Cameron showed them a little kindness.

However, if Cameron were in a bad mood, he would scold them like there was no tomorrow.

From then on, she understood that she had to rely on herself to get what she wanted.

She didn't want to have to fawn over anyone.

One day, she would make it to the point where people would try to curry favor with her instead.

Thinking of this, she smiled.

"Uncle Cameron, I think you should lock Tasia up for a few more days to let her reflect on herself.You should also feed her more.Look at her.She seemed to have lost weight.You should feed her more, don't you think so?"

She raised her head and looked at Cameron like a spoiled little girl.

Anastasia felt a twinge of pain in her heart.She had always been the only one who was allowed to do that.

Cameron pampered her, and she would always get her way.

"Dad..."

Anastasia called out tremblingly.She didn't believe that her father would agree to such a request.

However, reality gave her a merciless slap across the face.

"I think you're right!" He exclaimed.

He didn't even spare Anastasia a glance.

Suddenly, like a gust of wind, Anastasia rushed forward and pounced on Rhea, squeezing her by the neck and shaking her repeatedly.

"What did you do to my father?! What drug did you give him?! What did you do to him?! Why is he like this?!" Rhea seemed to have been caught off guard and didn't have time to dodge, or maybe...she didn't want to dodge.

She was starting to suffocate as Anastasia rocked her back and forth.However, she was soon relieved of the pressure as Cameron directly slashed the back of Anastasia's neck with a knife.

"Presumptuous!"

"Dad!"

Anastasia called out as she turned around to look at him before falling to the ground.

"Rhea, are you okay?" Cameron asked.

Rhea touched her neck and shook her head.

After coughing a few times, she said, "Lock her up! Don't let her go crazy like this again! Also, confiscate her phone! Don't let her contact that Lily Christian again!"

"Okay! ""

He immediately replied respectfully.

Rhea glanced at him and Anastasia, who was lying on the ground and rubbing her neck.

It seemed like she had made the right choice to use that medicine on him.She would have used it long ago if she had known it was so powerful and easy to use.

However, it was a pity that she only developed a small quantity.

On top of that, she did not have a full guarantee of the effect of the medicine.

However, she just needed it to work this time.

"Daddy, I missed you so much!"

The child's voice was tender, but anyone could hear the yearning in his voice.

Mike almost shed a tear as he forced a smile.

"How have you been? Have you eaten? Is it cold here? Are you sleeping well?"

It felt surreal to see his son's face across the screen.

All he wanted to do was climb onto the screen and hug him.

"I'm okay! It's not cold here! Daddy, when will you be done with work? I haven't seen you in a long time."

Nick had always been well -behaved and reserved.

Although he typically did not openly say that he missed his father, Mike could tell it from his actions.

After all, Nick was still young.He didn't understand the situation.

All he knew was that his father had entrusted someone to take care of him temporarily while he went away on business.

On the other hand, Mike was extremely relieved to see that his son was Okay and uninjured.

Spoiled by mr. russell chapter 1599 -"I'll pick you up as soon as I finish work.You..."

Mike paused for a while before continuing, "You must learn to take care of yourself while I’m not there, okay? You're growing up, you know?"

"I know!"

Nick nodded obediently.

"Daddy, you should take care too!"

This sentence was almost the last straw for Mike.He suppressed the pain in his heart and said, "Nicky, you—"

Before he could finish talking, the screen flashed and suddenly went blank.

"Nicky?! Nicky!"

He sprung to his feet and jumped toward the screen.

However, it was no use.

All he could see was his own reflection.

"Mike Corden, the time has come," a cold and piercing voice sounded.

The man came out from the darkness, still holding the remote.

"I've already done what I promised.I hope you won't break your promise to me."

Mike slapped the screen as if he could save his son this way.

"Let my son go! He's just a child! He doesn't understand anything! Pll do whatever you want me to do!" The man chuckled.

It was horrifying to the ears.

"Do you take me for a fool? Without your precious son, would you be this obedient? Mike, I know what you are.Don't overthink.You've seen how well we've been caring for your son.However, I can't guarantee he’ll be unharmed if you rebel and try something funny."

The threat behind these words was clear, and the color drained from Mike's face.He had seen the means of this organization before, and he believed that this man was not scaremongering.

The man felt satisfied when he saw Mike's pale face.

Nodding his head, he continued, "I don't care what you do, but make sure you get Lily on board.We need her to complete the final stage of this experiment."

"Don't you have Rhea on board?" Mike asked as he looked up.

"Isn't having her good enough?"

"It's not up to you to decide whether or not she’s enough," the man replied, clearly displeased by this question.

Then he added, "Time is running low.She can't do it on her own.That's why..."

After a pause, he decided not to elaborate.

"Whatever it is, just do as I say and stop asking so many questions!"

"I understand," Mike answered as he solemnly lowered his head.

"Are you reluctant to drag her in?" The man turned his head to look at Mike and chuckled.

"It's up to you, Mike.What's more important? Your son or that woman?"

"No.I'm willing to do anything for you, boss!" Mike immediately denied it.

"I hope you’ll keep your promise and not hurt my son."

"Don't worry.Your son is adorable.How could I hurt him?" The man said with a smile.

However, Mike's heart was still heavy.

Lily headed home and packed a few things before returning to the hospital.

Everything seemed peaceful.

Greg was sitting on the edge of the hospital bed with a mask on.

Lily was impressed.

After all, she had to rely on her willpower not to fall asleep while guarding Alexander.

Yet, Greg's eyes seemed wide open.

He did not seem tired and seemed to be going strong.

"Greg," she called out as she walked in.

He silently stood up when he saw her coming.

Spoiled by mr. russell chapter 1600-"How is he?"

Although Lily had asked the doctor, Greg had been here the whole night.He would be more aware of what was going on.

"Unconscious," His answer was simple and straightforward.

Alexander was still unconscious, but nothing seemed to have worsened.

He was just in a coma.

Lily stretched out her hand, took off her glove, and checked his pulse.

Although it was stable, it was weak.

It meant that his body was still weak and unstable, but the toxin seemed to have gotten cleared from his body.

The toxin of this poison was strange.

Sometimes, it was undetectable.

At first, Lily did not understand it and thought the toxin had cleared up from Alexander’s body.

She only realized Alexander was not entirely free from the toxins when he got sick again.

Instead, the toxin was just momentarily suppressed.

In other words, it had a life of its own.

The toxin knew when to hide and when to attack again.

Lily withdrew her hand as she took mental notes.

After disinfecting her hand and putting her glove back on, she looked at Greg, who was staring at her with wide eyes.

"Aren't you tired? Alex's bodyguards are here.You can rest for a bit if you want to."

Greg shook his head.

"I'm okay."

"Everyone needs sleep.You should rest,"

Lily continued, "I don't think Alex will wake up any time soon.You must be exhausted."

"In the mountains, I had to watch my prey for three days before catching it,"Greg replied flatly, When we fought..."

As soon as he said that, he immediately stopped talking.

However, Lily had already caught on and was startled.

"You've fought in a war?"

He shook his head.

"It was a long time ago.There's nothing more to it."

Lily did not press him because he did not want to talk about it.She glanced at the time and realized it was getting late.

"I need to do something, so I can't stay long.I'll come over when I'm free.I'll find a way to deal with the poison in Alex's body.Thank you for watching over him."

"Okay."

Greg nodded without any objection.

"If anything happens to him..."

"I'll call you," Greg answered instantly.

Lily was relieved to have such a person watching over Alexander.

Otherwise, she would be unable to leave his side with complete peace of mind.She agreed to work with X Department for Dominic's sake.

On the other hand, she knew they were studying a plague.

If they found a way to deal with it, she could save Alexander.

Lily took the elevator down and followed Dr.Blanc's address.

It was nearby, so she assumed that most research bases were in deserted areas in case of a freak accident.

The elevator slowly descended, and a crisp ding sounded when it reached the first floor.

Just as Lily was about to step out, someone stood before her and blocked her way.She raised her head and was surprised by who she saw in front of her.

"Mike?!"

She froze for a moment.She had not expected to see him here.

"Long time no see." Mike nodded.

He did not seem surprised to see her.It was almost as if he had been expecting her.

After taking a step to the side, he asked, "Do you have a minute to chat?"