When They Beg I Rise (Lemira) novel Chapter 442

Orion stepped aside to take a call, returning to Lemira's side with a decision in mind. "I've got to head to the office to sort out some stuff. I'll be back for dinner. What are you in the mood for?"

"I'm craving the signature dish from Bistrova. Can we get takeout from there?"

"If that's what you want, I'd pluck the stars from the sky to stir-fry them for you."

Lemira burst into laughter. Was he really making jokes like this?

Orion pinched her cheek gently. "There's that smile. Don't go around with a long face. It adds years."

Her cheeks warmed at his touch. "You better get going. I'll be fine on my own."

He gave her a long, deep look before turning to leave.

Around the corner, he spotted his PR team waiting. "Make sure Bistrova delivers her meals while she's in the hospital."

Debby nodded eagerly. "Of course, Mr. Everhart. Consider it done."

After Orion left, Lemira found herself alone in the small garden, watching ants move their colony, the sky looking like it was on the brink of a thunderstorm.

Soon after, Lucian woke up.

Lemira entered his room. "Your condition's gotten worse. The doctor recommends more tests and to proceed with the surgery sooner."

"I know my condition. I had the surgery scheduled, but then this happened. With Asher away on business, I couldn't just ignore it."

"But this is out of your hands."

Lemira's tone was direct, her expression serious. "You'd be better off getting the surgery."

"I'll make sure Caspian realizes his mistake and apologizes to you."

Lemira didn't take the bait.

Since the live stream incident, she hadn't planned on showing Caspian any mercy.

Then Debby walked in. "Ms. Langston, the Langstons are here. They've been stopped in the hospital parking lot, uh, spotted by our team."

"Perfect timing. Lucian, you'll be transferring hospitals. Go with them."

Lemira summoned a wheelchair for Lucian, escorting him to the underground parking.

In the elevator, Lucian couldn't help but speak. "Lemmy, with Caspian's career ruined and his face scarred, even surgery might leave marks."