The Day Our Promise Breaks (Charles and Evelyn) novel Chapter 8

Aside from Rosa, Evelyn used to be the only one who could get close to Charles.

"Mr. Charles, Ms. Evelyn fainted due to being overly distraught and not resting well. She just needs a few days of good rest, and she'll be fine."

When he heard about her distress, Charles’ gaze deepened significantly. She was stubborn to the core.

"Mr. Charles, do you need someone from the family estate to come over and take care of her?" Dr. Nelson asked.

In the past, Charles doted on Evelyn. He would personally take care of her whenever she was ill. But recently, Charles’ detest for Evelyn became common knowledge.

"Tjhere’s no need for that," Charles said in a calm voice. He gave Dr. Nelson a look, signaling him to leave.

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Evelyn slept restlessly, trapped in a nightmare.

In her dream, she returned to the day Charlie died. Charlie's condition worsened due to a high fever, and she required immediate surgery. However, the doctor told her that the kidney donor had suddenly backed out, making the surgery impossible.

Evelyn’s world collapsed. At that moment, she thought of Charles. She kept dialing his phone, hoping he could find a donor for their daughter, but no one answered.

Charlie couldn't wait any longer. Her little hand slipped from Evelyn’s, and she closed her eyes forever as she lay in her arms. Evelyn’s heart was shattered.

Evelyn held her daughter tightly, crying her heart out, unwilling to accept this reality. She kept calling her daughter's name, begging Charlie not to leave her. She kept rubbing her daughter's small body, trying to keep it warm, But no matter how hard she tried, Charlie slowly lost warmth in her arms, becoming stiff and cold.

Charlie was truly gone.

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