Love beyond the mask (Whitney) novel Chapter 723

The night was deep.

Whitney waited until Hudson woke up, his eyes slowly fluttering open, and she cried tears of joy.

Hudson was weak, and Dr. Ivan had checked him several times, noting that his vision was too poor to see people clearly.

Whitney understood. She knew that someone just coming out of a deep coma would have their body's organs failing in some ways, their functions not up to normal standards.

She and Cody stood excitedly by the hospital bed. "Doctor, can we talk to dad?"

"It's possible, but it would tire Mr. Sheldon out quite a bit. I've reviewed the MRI scans, and his cranial neurons haven't recovered fully. Recognizing people, understanding objects, speaking - all of that is going to take some time."

Whitney nodded through her tears, knowing that having him awake was what mattered most. Everything else could be dealt with in time.

"Dad, you've been out for nearly four months," Whitney spoke slowly, holding his hand. "A lot has happened."

Cody cautioned, "Miss, don't forget the doctor's advice."

Whitney knew she couldn't yet tell her father about the shifts in the Sheldon Group or the troubles with Hugh Sheldon and Florence. It might overwhelm him if he could understand and get agitated.

"Let's wait a few more days, till dad can talk and recognize us, and his strength is back. Maybe then, it will be easier for him to accept everything."

Releasing his pale fingers, Whitney whispered, "Dad, just rest tonight. I'll stay here with you."

Hudson's eyes, half-open in weakness, closed again after about fifteen minutes.

Whitney texted Bryce: "Bryce, dad's awake. I'm staying with him tonight. Please have someone move my luggage to your place."

But hours passed without a reply from Bryce.

Whitney frowned, wondering what could be keeping him so busy late at night. She set down her phone and settled into a chair, eventually dozing off with her head on the bedside.

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The following evening, Whitney visited Hudson again, this time with Sammy and her uncle's family. After ensuring everything was in order, it was time for her to move to Bryce's new home.

"Sammy, mommy knows you want to stay at Delight Mansion. Just listen to Aunt Yael and grandpa, okay? Maybe Danny will be back in a few days. Bryce's place isn't too far; I can visit every day."

Sammy had his own concerns, especially after Tiana's remarks about Bryce. He was unsure about Bryce but respected his mom's feelings, given the disappointment with their dad before. "If Bryce dares to mistreat you, I'll be the first to take him down!" Sammy's tone was light, but his eyes flashed with serious intent.