"Even though she's asleep, her heartbeat slows down so much it nearly stops at times. It's like her body is running in power-saving mode—just like a phone on low battery. That's why she's been so tired and keeps falling asleep. And based on what I see… she'll start sleeping longer and longer, until…"
"Finish it!" Daniel gripped the phone tightly. His hands were shaking.
"She'll fall asleep and never wake up," Philip said faintly after a pause.
Daniel's chest tightened. "Is there a cure?" he asked, trying to keep his voice calm.
"I need more time," Philip replied. "Daniel, please trust me. I'll save Chantie no matter what."
"…Okay."
Daniel ended the call.
He stood by the stairs for a long time before he finally pulled himself together.
Daniel walked downstairs in silence.
Ashton was waiting at the bottom. The moment he saw Daniel, he hastily walked up to him.
"Mr. Wilson, Joseph asked to meet you tonight at Enchanteur Bar. Should I—"
