Chapter 1695: A Ray of Hope

"Father, don’t worry, I’ll find another way to formulate some more, I know the recipe."He had also studied medical books, and his father’s condition today matched exactly what was described in the books.

So he confirmed what components were in the chronic poison his father had been taking all along, and he also remembered the antidote’s formula.

"I appreciate your efforts..." The King looked a bit resigned to fate, but the will to live is an instinct.

He felt slightly at ease, finally having found the antidote.

"It’s my duty." Ian Shelby’s eyes were moist again; he felt nothing but guilt and regret. This was now a race against time, a battle with the King of the Underworld.

He suspected the murderer was his uncle, but how to bring him down?

The poisoning lasted several years, indicating a well-crafted plan. Over the years, with the uncle’s shrewdness, he must have accumulated significant connections and influence.

But the most important thing right now was curing his father.

Just then, Ian Shelby’s phone rang; it was a special ringtone. He didn’t need to look at the caller ID to know who it was.

"Father, I’ll take this call, I won’t go out. You rest for a bit." Ian gently said to the King, then took out his phone.

"Okay." The King closed his eyes; he needed a little nap. His body felt tired, but the pain had significantly subsided.

"Hello, Master." Ian moved to the window, answered quietly, and looked towards the closed door not far away.

Mia Lane asked him, "Are you available right now?"

"I am." Ian’s lips parted slightly, "There’s something I’d like to talk to you about. My father’s condition is exactly as described in the medical books—severe coughing, coughing up blood, pale complexion, with purplish lips."

They both had read this medical book, and such descriptions indeed meant a countdown to life, a state only appearing when one was critically ill.

So Mia Lane’s heart skipped a beat, inevitably worried.

But she soon calmed down, "Don’t panic just yet. Has the medicine been given to him?" She affirmed, "This is the antidote, formulated according to the prescription."

"He took it, in small amounts multiple times, but later the dosage was increased." Ian said, "However, I’m running low on the medicine here. I’m preparing to make it myself but I’m missing one herb."

"It’s alright, keep him on the medication; I’ll prepare some more and bring it over." Mia Lane assured him, "I’ll also come over to help investigate the culprit. Justin Kingston contacted me."

"You’re coming too?" Ian was quite perplexed; wouldn’t that just put another person in danger?

"Yes, I’ll come as soon as I finish preparing the medicine." Mia Lane told him, "Together, we’ll work hard. Goodbye." She said, and promptly hung up the call, as Finn Morgan’s call was incoming and the line was occupied.

This left Ian still wondering; she’s coming to assist?

Why must it be her?

However, Ian didn’t doubt; CEO Kingston must have his own plan.

In Riventhal, the snow had melted, and it was a sunny and warm day.

Before long, Finn Morgan drove to Emerald Cove to fetch Mia. He took her to Sunshine Village, where the two of them found the precious medicinal herbs.

"Is it enough?" Finn asked her.

Mia Lane put the uprooted herbs into a bag, "Enough. You don’t need much, but it can’t be lacking."

"Is there anything else I can help with?" Finn also wanted to contribute his share.

"Try to persuade your parents; Jocelyn acted on her own and went to Lorelei. Once the task is completed, she’ll quickly return, so it’s best not to reprimand her then."

"Well, actually my parents’ emotions are quite stable now." Finn Morgan said, "It’s just the initial worry."

"Don’t worry, I’ll do my best to protect her there too." Mia Lane said, "If you have time, help check the company. It should be running smoothly."