Chapter 123 - confession

Seraphina proceeded with all the arrangements for her that day. By the time she got home, it was past dinner time. For some reason, she felt unease by the unusual quietness of the Yue family manor, thus, she decided to look for her beloved grandfather first.

She went to look for him in his study and his bedroom yet, there is no sign of Sebastian Yue. When she bumped into one of their servants, she inquired.

"Where's Gramps?" However, before the young maid could even answer her inquiry, Ace's figure was spotted at the corner of her eyes. Slowly making his way towards her, Seraphina arcs her brows in skepticism.

"Young Miss, Chairman wants to talk to you. I came to pick you up." Ace politely spouted.

"Pick me up? Where's my grandpa?" the air surrounding her suddenly became wild and unsafe. It was as if one wrong word and she'll go on a killing spree. Alas, Ace was unfazed and kept his stoic front under her intimidating tone.

"Chairman Yue was admitted to Jin Medical Group. Chairman Yue doesn't want to bother you with your work, so he ordered me to pick you up instead, Miss." Ace explained calmly. He felt the dangerous aura Seraphina emitted just now and could tell that it was unsafe if she can't control herself.

"Is he fine?" Seraphina breathes slowly, trying to get herself together. Thinking of rational things, she earnestly waited for Ace's response. Ace slightly nodded in reassurement. Without a second delay, Seraphina started walking towards the Yue Family driveway.

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"Gramps!" Seraphina almost kicks the door when she reached Sebastian Yue's room. God knows how anxious she was and could not help but overthink.

The moment the door opened, Sebastian Yue was reading a book in an almost sitting position with the hospital bed's slightly inclined. There were few IV drips injected on the back of his hand, a nasal cannula for his breathing and a machine that was monitoring his heart rate.

Hearing Seraphina's anxious yet melodious voice, he turned his head to her direction -- meekly smiling as a welcome greeting.

Seraphina hastily rushed to his side, she spoke anxiously.

"Gramps! Are you fine? Where does it hurt? Why didn't you call me earlier? I almost had a heart attack when Ace came to pick me up! What happened?!" Seraphina showered Sebastian Yue with her inquiries and complaints as she checks him thoroughly.

"Grandpa is alright, Seffy. Sit down first." Sebastian Yue gently calms her down seeing her rigid expression.

Seraphina heavily sighs. She sluggishly sat on the chair near Sebastian Yue's bedside anticipating for her old man to explain things to her. Although she knew about it already, Seraphina valued Sebastian Yue's decision. Whether he tells her or not, she will protect him in this lifetime.

"Seffy… Grandpa is sorry because Grandpa is dying." Sebastian Yue bitterly paused. He didn't beat around the bush and delved right into the important matter.

"I had cancer… and dementia." If other people hear him, they might think that he was joking by his blunt deliverance. Alas, even if he wanted to think it was a prank -- he can't fool himself.

He continued, "I didn't want to tell anyone because it might affect your position and worry you. However, having Liam by your side and the Jin family looking after you… I feel relieved." Sebastian Yue's voice softens with his last confession. It is as if his last wish was granted.

Seraphina pursed her lips, after Sebastian Yue's short statement. Slightly raising her head, instead of looking sad, Seraphina gratefully smiles. She reached out for his hand, she spoke.

"Gramps, thank you for telling me. I will always do my best and take care of myself so grandpa will not worry about me and can focus on your treatment." Seraphina tenderly reassured him.

"HAHA! My baby Seffy is too considerate and m_a_t_u_r_e! Grandpa might not attend tomorrow's event!" Sebastian Yue states in a mix of disheartened yet lively tone.

"Grandpa's health is much important than a banquet." Seraphina softly answered.

The night went on as both grandfather-granddaughter tandems chatted until Sebastian Yue's bedtime. He was satisfied that Seraphina's reaction is far more than what he imagines.

Staring at her grandfather, Seraphina finally achieved her first goal; Sebastian Yue's safety.

'Gramps… I don't care even if I become the most heartless person -- if that is the only way I can protect you till the end.' Seraphina spokes inwardly.