“Euharrell Givenlee, apologize to Raymond now! It's because I've spoiled you too much over the past five years that I've spoiled you into a vicious man. You know how important a face is to Raymond Fletcher!”
Esmeralda looked at me angrily. But she didn't seem to see the redness on my face. I looked up at her with a calm gaze.
“The person who should apologize is Raymond Fletcher, not me, Esmeralda. He mentioned my father first. Esmeralda, don't you have anything to apologize for regarding my father back then?”
The surprise in Esmeralda's eyes flickered. She looked panicked after hearing my words.
“Back then, if it wasn't for me, your dad would have only left earlier, Euharrell. I promised to your dad that I would take care of you for the rest of your life, but only if you wouldn't hurt Raymond Fletcher.”
The corner of my mouth pulled out a self-deprecating smile. I shouldn't have expected anything more from her. My eyes suddenly went black. I then lost consciousness and fell backwards.
When I opened my eyes again, the smell of sterilized water filled my nostrils. The nurse was changing my medicine for me. Seeing me awake, I rushed to call the doctor, who signed with a heavy face.
“According to the examination, the diagnosis is a rare form of cancer. But Mr. Euharrell, you are so young, if you receive good treatment and relax, there is a chance to beat it.”
My head hurt vaguely. I didn't realize that my life suddenly seemed to be coming to an end. Perhaps it was God's punishment for my poor knowledge of people. The cell phone buzzed. It was Esmeralda, who sent a message.
Esmeralda: [The doctor said you'll be fine as long as you rest more. Whenever you apologize to Raymond Fletcher, I'll pick you up and take you home.]
I smiled feebly. Then I chose to turn off my phone.
“The doctor has arranged an examination. Please come with me, Mr. Euharrell.”
I followed the nurse to the stairwell. But I was feeling strange when Raymond's familiar voice sounded behind me.
Raymond suddenly said, “I didn't expect Esmeralda to stay with you all night last night. I really underestimated you. Euharrell, do you know why you haven't had any children in these five years? And why did you get cancer?”
I turned to see Raymond's smugly upturned eyes. I knew his tone was careless.