When Time Tried to Heal Me But I Refused to Listen by Kael Niro Senn 24

When Time Tried to Heal Me But I Refused to Listen by Kael Niro Senn 24 Summary

Matthew was deeply frustrated and worried about Adriana’s situation, determined to find her despite the complications. He understood the seriousness of the matter and knew the Jones family would not let Adriana escape consequences if she didn’t regain control soon. Meanwhile, Adriana lay in a hospital bed at Haldoria Hospital, trapped in a restless sleep filled with haunting childhood nightmares of abandonment and rejection.

In her nightmare, Adriana relived painful memories of being adopted and then discarded once the adoptive parents had their own child. This cycle of hope and disappointment had repeated throughout her life, leaving her emotionally scarred until Matthew entered her life. Suddenly, her nightmare turned more sinister as an intruder entered the hospital room, attempting to inject poison into her IV line. The attacker whispered bitter words about debts and inheritance before being interrupted and chased away by Joe, who had come to check on Adriana.

Joe’s quick intervention saved Adriana from immediate harm, but the intruder escaped, leaving behind a syringe containing a deadly toxin. Joe secured the scene, alerted the police, and sought surveillance footage, only to discover the hospital’s cameras had been mysteriously disabled. This indicated the involvement of someone powerful, possibly linked to the Jones family, who had a history of conflict with Adriana. However, Adriana believed the Joneses were unlikely to attempt murder now, as it would bring more trouble than resolution.

The police began investigating, taking statements and collecting evidence, including the syringe, which was later confirmed to contain sodium cyanide—a lethal poison. Joe, concerned for Adriana’s safety, stayed close, despite warnings from colleagues about the dangers of getting involved in the complex feud between the Joneses and the Langfords. The chapter ends with a chilling question: why would anyone want to kill Adriana, an orphan seemingly at the lowest rung of society and not a threat to anyone? The mystery of the attacker’s motives remains unresolved, casting a shadow over Adriana’s fragile existence.

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Matthew’s frustration was palpable, his patience wearing thin. Even if Natasha had acted on a whim, there was no way he could simply overlook what she had done. The situation demanded attention, and ignoring it was not an option.

“I understand. I’ll find her,” Matthew said with a helpless sigh, pushing himself to get up and leave once more in search of Adriana. The tension in his voice betrayed his worry. If Adriana didn’t take control of the situation soon, the Jones family wouldn’t just let her slip away without consequences.

Meanwhile, at Haldoria Hospital, Adriana lay motionless on a hospital bed, her body finally succumbing to sleep after a long, restless night. The sterile white walls around her seemed to close in, the faint hum of machines filling the quiet room. Her sleep, however, was far from peaceful.

Adriana was trapped in a nightmare, a haunting replay of her childhood memories. The door to the hospital ward creaked softly, barely audible, as someone slipped inside with silent steps. She hadn’t closed her eyes all night, only drifting into slumber as dawn’s first light crept through the window.

In her dream, she was a little girl again. She saw a couple who had come to adopt her, their faces hopeful and kind. But soon after bringing her home, the wife became pregnant. The moment their own child arrived, Adriana was no longer wanted. She was sent back to the orphanage, discarded like a forgotten possession.

This wasn’t the first time she had been abandoned.

It wasn’t even a rare occurrence.

Her biological parents had given her up at birth. Over the years, different “parents” appeared, each year bringing a new paternity test. Every time, Adriana waited with a fragile hope, longing for the results that might reunite her with her real family. But every year, disappointment crushed her dreams.

By the time she reached college, she had stopped hoping for that reunion.

Then, Matthew entered her life.

“Don’t touch me…” Adriana murmured, her body twitching as she struggled within her sleep.

The figure who had sneaked in approached her bedside, pulling a syringe from their pocket. They aimed it at the IV port on Adriana’s wrist, preparing to inject something sinister.

Someone wanted Adriana dead.

“Every debt has its debtor,” the intruder whispered under their breath, voice cold and bitter. “Don’t blame me for your death. Blame your existence—that it blocks someone else from inheriting the family fortune…” With that, the needle pierced the IV line.

Just as they were about to press the plunger, the door burst open.

“Hey! What the hell do you think you’re doing?!” Joe’s voice rang out sharply as he stormed in, clutching a tray of breakfast.

Startled, the intruder panicked, dropping the syringe onto the bed. They shoved Joe aside and bolted from the ward, disappearing down the corridor in a blur.

Adriana jolted awake, her breath coming in ragged gasps. Her eyes locked on Joe as he gave chase. What had just transpired? Her gaze then dropped to the syringe lying ominously beside her, and a shiver ran down her spine.

Joe’s pursuit was in vain; the attacker vanished before he could catch them. He quickly called the police station to report the attempted murder.

“Are the Joneses out of their minds? This is attempted murder!” Joe fumed as he stormed back into the room, his face flushed with anger.

It was his day off, and he had only come to check on Adriana. If he had brought backup, there was no chance the intruder would have escaped.

“This is evidence. Don’t touch it,” Joe instructed firmly, his eyes scanning the room. “The police will be here any minute.” He then sealed off the ward, barring anyone from entering or leaving.

“Wait here. I’m going to get the surveillance footage from the nurse,” Joe said, his voice laced with urgency. He feared someone might try to erase the evidence, and he needed to secure it before any interference could occur.

Adriana sat frozen on the bed, her body stiff and unmoving, her mind racing. The Joneses… Rufus might end up in prison for a few years at most, but what they needed now was a settlement. Killing her wouldn’t solve anything—it might even bring more trouble. The Jones family wasn’t that reckless.

And Natasha? She probably wouldn’t be that careless either.

So then, who was behind this? Who wanted her dead? And what was in that syringe?

After handling the initial chaos, Joe managed to obtain a copy of the surveillance footage. The image was clear enough to reveal the intruder’s face. He hurried back to the hospital ward, the police now arriving alongside him. They began taking statements and attempted to retrieve the footage from the hospital’s system, only to be told it had been “damaged.”

Joe’s expression darkened.

For surveillance in a VIP wing of the hospital to be disabled so quickly… whoever was responsible wielded considerable power.

“Could it be the Joneses?” Joe suggested to a fellow officer, his voice low but tense. “Rufus did attack Adriana not long ago.”

The officer turned toward Adriana, studying her carefully. “Besides the Joneses, do you have any other enemies?”

He collected the syringe in an evidence bag. “We’ll send this for analysis.”

“No,” Adriana shook her head firmly. Aside from the Joneses, Mia, and Camelia, she didn’t have any real enemies. And those three were all tangled in the same web—there was no way they’d be foolish enough to attempt murder. “It probably isn’t the Joneses. If they wanted to go after me now, they’d only be shooting themselves in the foot.”

Joe nodded thoughtfully. That reasoning made sense.

Still uneasy about Adriana’s safety, Joe decided to remain in the ward. The officers who arrived were his former colleagues from the criminal division—responsible and trustworthy—which offered him some comfort.

“If we find out what was in the syringe, I’ll let you know immediately,” one of the officers promised. Then, in a quieter tone, he added, “Joe, remember that case from four years ago? It already got you demoted. You really can’t afford to make more powerful enemies. I’ve heard bits about this woman’s situation—the mess between the Joneses and the Langfords… You’d be better off staying out of it.” With that, he turned and left the room.

By midday, the police called with the lab results. The syringe contained sodium cyanide—a highly toxic and strictly controlled chemical. Just 0.1 milliliters of it was enough to cause death.

Joe stared at Adriana in disbelief.

Who would risk so much to kill an orphan?

Someone like Adriana was already at society’s lowest rung—easy to control, easy to silence. Even if she survived, she wasn’t a threat to anyone. So why would someone want her dead? The question hung heavily in the air, unanswered and chilling.

Conclusion

The chapter closes on a tense and unsettling note, capturing Adriana’s vulnerability and the dangerous forces surrounding her. Despite the attempts to silence her, her resilience shines through, underscored by the unwavering support of Joe and the looming presence of the Jones family’s shadow. The emotional weight of Adriana’s past abandonment and the present threat to her life intertwine, highlighting the cruel complexities of her world where trust is scarce and danger lurks in unexpected places.

Yet, amid the fear and uncertainty, there remains a fragile thread of hope. Adriana’s refusal to accept defeat, coupled with Joe’s determination to protect her, suggests that even in the darkest moments, courage and loyalty can carve a path forward. The unresolved mystery of who wishes her harm deepens the emotional tension, reminding us that survival often depends not only on strength but on the connections we forge in the face of adversity.

What to Expect in Next Chapter?

The next chapter promises to delve deeper into the mystery surrounding Adriana’s attempted murder, stirring a potent mix of fear and determination. As the investigation intensifies, the fragile threads connecting Adriana to the Jones family and other key players will be tested, revealing hidden motives and alliances that may shift the balance of power. The tension will rise as trust becomes a scarce commodity, and every character’s true intentions come under scrutiny.

Emotionally, Adriana’s vulnerability will be laid bare, forcing her to confront not only the threat to her life but also the shadows of her past that continue to haunt her. The weight of abandonment and betrayal will clash with the flicker of hope that Matthew’s presence once ignited, challenging her to decide whether to let time heal or to keep guarding her heart. Meanwhile, Joe’s role as protector and investigator will grow more complicated, caught between loyalty, justice, and the dangerous undercurrents swirling around them all.

Expect moments charged with suspense and raw emotion as the story peels back layers of deception, hinting at darker secrets yet to be uncovered. The question of who truly wants Adriana dead will loom larger, and the answers may force her and those around her to face uncomfortable truths. The next chapter will leave you questioning who can be trusted and how far someone is willing to go to protect—or destroy—the fragile hope that still flickers in the midst of chaos.

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