Lost and Found: Return of My Mysterious Fiancee by KIKI

Chapter 988: Did You Know He Was Poisoned? The sudden burst of light illuminated a woman who bore a striking resemblance to Jennie-about seventy percent alike. She approached with hope gleaming in her eyes. "You must be Tina," she said, her voice trembling. "Jennie says you're a great doctor. Please, I'm begging you, save my child. He's only five years old." As she spoke, the woman moved closer, seemingly ready to fall to her knees in desperation. Tina subtly stepped aside, avoiding the outstretched hands. For Jennie's sake, she offered a calm reassurance. "Don't worry. I'll do my best." Jennie quickly stepped in to comfort her. "Nancy, don't get so worked up. Tina is here now, so she'll definitely be able to help Oliver." The woman's eyes were bloodshot, her voice hoarse with emotion. "Tina, I truly have no other options. I've spent every last penny trying to treat Oliver. If I weren't completely desperate, I wouldn't have cto trouble you like this." Jennie sighed, her heart aching for her sister, who had endured so much. "We're family. Don't call it trouble. Oliver is my nephew-I could never turn a blind eye. Hugo has already said you can stay here. If you don't want to go back, you and Oliver can stay in the capital." "When Oliver's condition stabilizes, you can cwork at the company. Things will get better," Jennie added. Nancy grasped Tina's hand tightly, her emotions surging. "Sister, I was wrong in the past. I shouldn't have judged you or Hugo. I knew you were worried about me, but I still didn't reach out all these years..." Jennie's eyes reddened as well. "Let's not talk about the past. Right now, the only thing that matters is helping Oliver get better." Listening to their conversation, Tina pieced together the story of this estranged aunt. No wonder neither Hugo nor Zackary had ever mentioned her-there had clearly been sfallout in the past.

Her gaze shifted to the corner of the room, where the child in question sat. He was so small, curled up in the corner of the bed, practically invisible. He hadn't made a sound the entire time. Frowning, Tina addressed Jennie. "Take your sister out of the room. Letexamine the child." Jennie nodded, wiping the corners of her eyes. "Alright. Nancy, let's step out so we don't disturb Tina while she checks on Oliver." Nancy shot Tina a grateful look. "Thank you, Tina." With that, the two women left the room, closing the door behind them.

Once they were gone, Tina approached the boy huddled in the corner. Up close, she realized something alarming-his size was abnormally small for a five-year-old. Poppy, who was also five, was already nearly a meter tall. This child, however, barely seemed to reach eighty centimeters. There were only two possibilities: either it was a genetic issue, or it was the result of chronic malnutrition.

Tina crouched down and spoke gently to the boy, who had buried his head in his arms. "You don't need to be afraid. I'm a doctor. I'm here to help you. I won't hurt you." But the boy didn't reply. He only kept retreating, even though the wall behind him left him nowhere to go.

Tina glanced around the room, observing her surroundings carefully. Then, she asked, "Do you not like the light? Or are you afraid of it?" The boy flinched at her words, his small head jerking slightly in surprise.

Tina understood. She stood and turned off the lights in the room before returning to him. "How about now?" The boy gave a small nod.

Tina had encountered children with similar psychological issues before. They couldn't be forced. They needed to be guided slowly and gently. "Don't worry. I won't give you any injections or make you take any medicine. I just need to touch your hand to figure out what's wrong. Would you like to try?" Hearing that there would be no needles or medicine, the boy hesitated before timidly lifting his head. His eyes, which should have been filled with the curiosity and innocence typical of his age, were instead empty and dark, like black holes. He looked at Tina for a fleeting moment, then quickly lowered his head again, as if realizing his mistake.

"I don't have anything in my hands," Tina said softly. "You can trust me." She didn't move further, simply waiting patiently.

After a few minutes, the boy saw that Tina hadn't left. Finally, he mustered the courage to extend his trembling hand toward her.

Tina nodded at him encouragingly. "Good job." She sat cross-legged on the floor and lightly placed her fingers on his frail wrist. His arm was so thin it was almost just bone.

After a short examination, Tina withdrew her hand and spoke softly, "I can treat your illness, but you'll need to cooperate. Can you do that?" It took a long while, but she eventually received a faint nod.

Satisfied, Tina stood and opened the door.

Outside, Jennie and Nancy were waiting anxiously. Their eyes immediately locked onto Tina as she stepped out. "Tina, how is Oliver?" Jennie asked.

Tina's gaze shifted to Nancy, her tone calm. "Jennie, I need to ask a few questions." Jennie patted Nancy on the shoulder. "Don't worry. Tina's here. Everything will be alright. I'll stay with Oliver so you two can talk." Nancy nodded, her face pale. She turned to Tina and said, "I've already learned a bit about Oliver's condition from the hospital. Askanything-I'll tell you whatever I know." Tina didn't mince words. "He's been poisoned. Did you know that?" "Poisoned?" Nancy froze, stunned. "How could that be? The hospital said it was because he'd been eating expired food for too long and was malnourished, which caused organ failure. How could it be poison?" Tina explained succinctly, "When toxins accumulate in the body and aren't expelled, they naturally lead to organ failure." Nancy's face turned ashen. "Then... the poison..." "I can neutralize it," Tina said, her gaze sharp. "But first, I need to know how he got his injuries and all these symptoms." At that, Nancy broke down, covering her face and sobbing uncontrollably. "It's all my fault. If I had fought harder for custody, Oliver wouldn't be like this. How could that monster do this to him? Oliver is his own son...' "For years, I was constantly on the move. When I finally returned, I found that my child was barely human anymore."

"I tried taking him to hospitals, but they either refused to admit him or m outright toldto prepare for his e funeral. Well me, as a mother, how could I just stand by and watch my child die?" Tina didn't interrupt, letting Nancy pour out her pain. Years of abuse had left Oliver severely traumatized, leading to extrwithdrawal, pica, and even self-harm.

Such deep psychological scars would take tto heal, even for an adult-let alone a child.

Through her tears, Nancy pleaded, "Tina, Jennie says your medical skills are unparalleled. Please, for her sake, save Oliver. If anything happens to him, I'll never forgive myself for the rest of my life."

Tina responded truthfully, "The poison isn't severe, and treating it won't be difficult. The real challenge his psychological is addressing his issues, which will require a long recovery process." Nancy's face lit up with hope. "So you'll treat Oliver?" Tina nodded slightly. Jennie rarely asked her for favors, and this was something she could handle. There was no reason to refuse.

"The toxins in his body need to be removed as soon as possible. I'll cby every one or two days to administer acupuncture. During this time, let him adjust at his own pace. Don't force him to do anything he doesn't want to." Nancy agreed immediately, without hesitation.

As Tina was leaving, Jennie walked her out, reminding her to take care of herself and not overwork.

Tina nodded, signaling that there was no need to see her off.

Just as the elevator doors were about to close, Nancy rushed over and placed a small, hard object in Tina's hand. Her voice was filled with gratitude. Tina, I can't thank you enough for agreeing to save Oliver. I don't have anything valuable, but this jade pendant has been passed down in my family. Please take it-it'll givepeace of mind." Tina instinctively wanted to refuse, but Nancy wiped her tears and insisted, "You must take it. Otherwise, I'll feel uneasy." As the elevator doors opened, Tina glanced at Nancy's earnest expression and decided not to argue. She planned to return it to Jennie later. "Alright, I'll accept it." mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLliIofifl0&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1