Chapter 16: Who Can You Rely On?

Meanwhile, in another ward on a different floor, Ethan poured a glass of water for his grandfather, who sat in front of the hospital bed, looking at him with a worried expression.

"I don't know how much longer my body can hold up, Ethan! My biggest regret now is not being able to see you get married and have children."

Upon hearing this, Ethan helplessly pursed his lips and chuckled. "Grandpa, you just had a diabetic episode because you sneaked some sweets last night. It's not a terminal illness."

Grandpa angrily placed the water glass on the table, causing it to clatter. "You ungrateful grandson! Do you have to wait until I can't speak in this hospital bed before you rush to find a girlfriend?"

"Grandpa, that's not what I meant."

"Then explain it to me. When are you going to find a girlfriend and introduce her to me?"

Ethan replied, "Right away."

"Get out! Get out!" Furious, Grandpa knew Ethan was just humoring him. "I can't stand to see you!"

Ethan complied with Grandpa's wishes. "T