NovelEnglishThey both immediately guessed the patient must be Sally. As for what illness she had- To find out, Tracy called over the nurse taking care of Old Madam Green. "We think we just saw Mr. Quincy in the hallway," she began casually. "Someone must be seriously ill to have her show up - in person. Do you happen to know what's going on with that patient?" The nurse, unaware of any backstory, answered helpfully, "Multiple organ failure.
It's actually pretty serious." At this, Tracy and Old Madam Green exchanged knowing, satisfied smiles. They were well aware: multiple organ failure was usually terminal. Which meant Sally might soon be- But to be sure, Tracy pressed further: 'I thought one of the family members looked familiar. Is their last nMiller? Is the patient named Sally?" "Yes! You know them?" "Oh, we go way back," Tracy replied, smiling sweetly. "Since it's organ failure...
she probably doesn't have much tleft, right?" "Well, she didn't-but the family is quite powerful. They ---- managed to get Mr. Quincy, and apparently she's made impressive progress. They say there's now a good chance of recovery." That wiped the smugness right off their faces. As soon as the nurse left, Tracy let out a cold snort. "Hmph. Just their luck." She paused, then muttered bitterly, "That little brat really milked the Johnny connection for all it's worth." If it weren't for that man, Sally would probably be- Old Madam Green said nothing, but her expression darkened, a deep crease forming between her brows.
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