The Rivers family's servants never expected Barrett, who always held himself aloof, to suddenly kneel before them, especially in such snowy surroundings.

A man who typically wouldn't utter a soft word, it was beyond belief for the servants to witness him kneel.

In a moment of bewilderment, the servants expressed helplessness, "Mr. Smith, I truly did convey your message faithfully.”

“As you know, Chair Rivers, grieving the sudden loss of a loved one, is in profound anguish. It's not that he refuses to see you; he's unwilling to entertain any outsiders."

Barrett remained kneeling, his tone subdued, "I implore you, please convey my message once more. The hospital has issued...