Mrs. Phillips looked disappointed but nodded. "I understand. This situation is tricky, and we may need professional negotiators to handle it."
Lucy sighed deeply. "Mom, I'll try my best to find another way. But if things become unbearable, please take care of yourself and Dad. I'll leave the company's affairs in your hands while I figure something out."
Mrs. Phillips reached out, gently stroking Lucy's face. "Don't worry. I'll do my best. And you… stay strong."
Lucy nodded. Despite the comfort, she felt the immense weight of their troubles pressing down on her. After Mrs. Phillips left the room, Lucy wasted no time and hailed a taxi.
"Take me to City A Central Hospital—please, hurry!" she told the driver urgently.
The driver nodded and quickly sped through the streets. Lucy's heart pounded as she stared out the window, her thoughts racing.
