Chapter 1373:
Watching Shaun’s defiant attitude, Elyse realized that his memory loss made him feel vulnerable to everything unfamiliar. The hospital and this ward had become his sanctuaries. This was the reason behind his reluctance to leave.
Elyse looked away and suggested, “Mr. Kennedy, let’s have a word outside.”
Once Elyse and Hanley had left, Jayden walked over to Shaun with his arms crossed and asked calmly, “Did you pick a fight in a hospital?”
Defensively, Shaun replied, “I was merely defending myself, ensuring my safety.”
“Even from your own father?” Jayden asked.
Shaun’s expression darkened. “Everyone says he’s my father, but to me, he’s a stranger. I feel no connection to him.”
After a brief pause, Jayden added, “Did you know they admitted a friend of yours to the hospital today?”
Confused, Shaun scratched his head. “A friend of mine? What happened?”
Jayden studied Shaun closely, then said, “She’s a friend from your childhood. You’ve known each other since you were kids. Unfortunately, she was involved in a car crash today.”
Shaun’s bewilderment grew. After a moment of reflection, he inquired, “How severe are her injuries?”noveldrama
Taking a moment before responding, Jayden expressed a sense of defeat, then said, “She’s just been moved from the emergency room to the ICU.”
“That seems pretty severe,” Shaun replied, lapsing back into silence.
Observing Shaun’s reaction, Jayden sighed and responded, “You’ve really lost all your memories, haven’t you?”
“Maybe. I can’t seem to recall anything,” Shaun said.
Jayden then suggested, “How about we visit your friend together?”
Shaun paused and then asked, “Is she actually my friend? Do I need to go?”
Jayden insisted firmly, “You should go. She’s your friend, and she’s hurt badly. It’s important for you to be there.”
Unable to convince Jayden otherwise, Shaun ended up going with him.
They found Dolores in the ICU, visible only through a viewing window.
Pointing to Dolores, Jayden asked, “This is your friend. Does looking at her bring back any memories?”
Shaun stared at Dolores, his expression one of mild irritation. “I don’t know if I remember her, but something about seeing her just bothers me.”
Jayden, taken aback, questioned, “Bothered? You’re actually annoyed by seeing Dolores?”
Shaun expressed his frustration. “Why? Is it so wrong to feel annoyed?”
Jayden, still surprised, explained, “I’m just surprised because she was far more significant to you than your ex-girlfriend. You even chose her over your ex at a critical moment.”
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