Her Rebirth of Retribution novel Chapter 111

“Mm,” Benedict acknowledged with a nod, then proceeded to offer Calista a few cautious reminders before departing the room.

Throughout this whole episode, Calista's face remained utterly expressionless, as though her facial muscles had completely frozen in place.

Noticing her blank stare, Yelena hesitated before offering a strained smile and saying, “Callie, would you like some fruit? I can fetch some for you!” She moved toward the fruit basket beside the bed as she spoke.

Upon hearing this, Calista replied somewhat curtly, “I'm hungry, I want some oatmeal instead.”

Yelena's face tensed up a bit, and with a tinge of irritation, she responded, “The hospital arranges nutritious meals for patients, and yours should be arriving soon!”

But Calista was adamant, “I want the shrimp and cheddar oatmeal from Fortune Lodge right now. Please go and get it for me.”

Yelena was startled by Calista's forthrightness in making such a demand; her fists clenched as she fought the urge to retort. She faintly recalled the doctor advising Benedict that Calista shouldn't consume seafood at this time as it could cause severe abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Given the dietary restrictions, Benedict had specifically requested a nutritious meal from the hospital.

With a cunning glint in her eye, Yelena thought, I'm not about to harm Calista intentionally. If Calista insists on having that particular meal, then so be it.

“All right! Just wait here, I'll go fetch it for you.”

With a show of reluctance, Yelena exited the room. Once outside, she instructed her driver to handle the errand while she took the opportunity to visit a beauty salon. It had been some time since she last pampered herself, and she wondered if perhaps Benedict's recent lack of interest was due to her appearance.

After Yelena's departure, a nurse came in to bring the meal to Calista. Calista thanked her, and as the nurse bowed her head to leave, Calista suddenly struck, knocking her unconscious with a swift move.

It was fortunate the nurse was a young woman; had it been a man, Calista doubted she would have had the strength for such an action.

Quickly, Calista changed into the nurse's clothes, donned a mask, and made her exit.

She was determined to see for herself what exactly was happening with Kallum.

He better not disappoint me, or else...

“Kal, please have some to eat,” Mirabelle said, her expression troubled.

After Kallum's secret return to the country, Shaun made an astonishing discovery. A needle had begun to protrude from Kallum's chest.

Shaun recognized the needle as one Calista had inserted, initially believed to be an Energy Locking Needle. But now, he realized it was actually a Heart Needle, designed to preserve life in critical moments, far exceeding the usual duration of effectiveness due to the skill of its administration.

Yet, Kallum had explicitly instructed him not to seek out Calista, insisting on keeping his previous act of saving her and forgoing the administration of the antibody confidential. He had forbidden any mention of it, to the point that even Calista was unaware of who had risked everything to save her.

As Kallum swallowed his pills, Shaun sighed, once again advising him, “That person is incredibly capable. If we could just bring her in, perhaps...” There might be a chance.

Kallum cut him off with a slight purse of his lips and a sidelong glance. “How old is she? Do you not understand my situation?” His gaze dimmed. “Let's not drag another person into this.”

He was clear in his message. He didn't believe Calista could overcome the formidable K Virus. Moreover, anyone close to him would be at significant risk. He feared for Calista, not wanting her to face the same fate.

Everyone infected with the K Virus was fated to die within a month. Despite all efforts by the Fairchilds to treat him and extend his life, his demise could occur at any time.

He wished for no one, especially not the woman he deeply loved, to witness his tragic end.