Chapter 623 Leonel paused briefly, then followed her.
Together, they reached the ICU.
After getting the doctor's approval, they opened the door and entered.
In the silent room, the only sound was the steady beeping of the medical monitors.
Leonel walked over and knelt by Juanita's bed.
He softly called out, "Mom, Mom, it's me, Leonel.
I'm here.
" But there was no response from Juanita.
A sense of dread washed over Leonel.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHe turned to Lindsey, his voice filled with concern.
"Linds, why isn't she waking up? What did the doctor say about when she might wake?" Lindsey felt a sharp ache in her heart and a bitter sensation in her nose.
She moved behind Leonel and gently pressed on his shoulder, trying to support him.
"Leonel, the doctor mentioned she might remain in a vegetative state.
"What?!" Leonel's strength seemed to drain away, and he slumped to the floor.
Fortunately, Lindsey caught him in time.
"It can't be true... How could this happen..." Leonel muttered in disbelief.
Tears filled his eyes as he looked up at Lindsey, asking in anguish, "Why on earth is the apartment on fire?" Lindsey composed herself and looked at him with a determined gaze.
"I think someone might have set the fire on purpose.
"Who? Who would do this thing? I won't let them off easily!" Leonel exclaimed, overwhelmed with emotion.
"We don't have all the details yet, but I have an idea.
Leonel, helpfind the person who did this and avenge Mom!" Lindsey's gaze beccold, her determination fueled by a deep desire for vengeance.
Leonel, influenced by Lindsey's composed demeanor, started to calm down.
He nodded firmly and agreed, "Okay!" Lindsey looked at him and said, "We should visit the domestic service company.
" On the way, Lindsey filled Leonel in with all the details she got from the police.
She suspected that a female house cleaner might be involved in the arson.
The reason behind her actions was yet to be uncovered.
When they reached the domestic service company, Lindsey stated their intention.
The company's manager greeted them warmly.
He expressed regret to Lindsey, saying, "I'm sorry, Marisa, the employee you're asking about, resigned this morning and has already left our company.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm" "Resigned?" Leonel scoffed, his tone hinting at suspicion.
"Sounds like someone's feeling guilty.
The manager, clearly in defense of Marisa, responded calmly, You can't really say that, sir. The content is on e novelenglish.net! From my perspective, Marisa's been nothing but sincere.
She's kind to everyone here and never shies away from tough tasks.
Everyone respects her a lot.
Ms.
Lopez picked her for her work ethic, and she's been great at keeping the house spotless.
" Leonel gave a mocking laugh.
"Oh, a sincere woman? It's always the sincere ones who harbor dark secrets!"
Lindsey, trying to ease the tension, gently tugged at her brother andm turned to the manager with a polite smile. "So, what made Marisa quit then?"
The manager, noting Lindsey's polite demeanor, turned to her and m Cher andom explained, "She resigned to take her sick son to another city for medical treatment.