My Substitute Wife Is a Bigwig (Lily Brooks and Loid Laurier)

Before Lily could speak, Elijah's urgent voice came through the phone. "Reese, a powerful group attacked us. They're cruel and fast. Our men didn't even have time to react before they were wiped out. Hundreds of our people are dead."

He then sighed and continued, "I saw them heading toward the hospital. When are you coming ba—"

Elijah's words were cut off by the sound of gunfire and screeching brakes.

Lily lowered her head. Her face was hidden by the brim of her cap, so her expression was unreadable.

After a moment, she raised her gaze. Her eyes were dark as she said, "Let them into the city. Take your men to the hospital immediately. My grandmother is in danger. Tell Clinton to seal off all exits of Lagersfield City. No one can leave."

Elijah instinctively shivered at the icy tone in her voice. He hadn't heard her talking in such a tone for a long time. Belinda was in trouble, and Reese was furious!

After hanging up, Lily rolled down the window. The night outside was pitch black, and the roaring engine of the car broke through the silence. Glancing at her phone, she murmured, "We have three hours until dawn. That's enough time."

Shaun felt a chill run down his spine.

Loid opened his mouth, wanting to ask Lily to let him take over the situation. But he stopped himself. He knew how stubborn she was and how she hated others making decisions for her.

If he took things into his own hands now, Lily would only hate him more. Deciding against it, he resolved to support her in his own way.

Lily remained silent for a while before making another call.

The person on the other end picked up quickly. But before they could speak, she cut in, "Maxwell, I need a favor..."

It was four in the morning at the Lane residence. After receiving Lily's call, Maxwell hurriedly got dressed.

As he descended the stairs, he encountered Poppy, who had gotten up for a drink of water. Seeing him heading out so late, she casually asked, "Maxwell, are you going out on a case?" Maxwell paused. Looking at Poppy, he was unsure of how to respond.

The Graham siblings were very close to Lily. Although the three of them didn't frequently keep in touch, Maxwell knew they considered each other family.

Belinda treated the Graham siblings like her own grandchildren.

He wondered if he should tell Poppy what had happened.

Poppy might appear indifferent to most things, but she was actually very perceptive. She immediately noticed Maxwell's unusual demeanor. "Maxwell, did something happen?"

After a moment of contemplation, Maxwell decided to spill, "There was a shooting at the hospital. Madam Hutchinson is in trouble. I have to go there now..."

The glass of water slipped from Poppy's hand, shattering on the floor. She stared at Maxwell in shock. "What did you say?"

Seeing her reaction, Maxwell was reluctant to bring her along. He patted her shoulder. "You should rest. I'll handle this." Just as he took a step toward the door, Poppy grabbed his hand with an anxious look. "I'm going with you!" Maxwell hesitated briefly but nodded. "Alright, but the hospital is dangerous. Stay close to me, and don't wander off." "Okay."