He changed the subject vaguely, "I heard that you are mature and stable. You've been working as an assistant for years to help Carl with his business affairs. You are better than they said..."

Daniel, however, did not buy his commend at all, said perfunctorily, "So are you," and then looked nervously at the two people in the corner.

Laura took a bottle of medicine out of her pocket and gave it to Carl.

"What are you trying to do to my grandfather?"

Laura glanced at him and said nothing.

"Grandpa, are you okay? Do you feel uncomfortable anywhere?"

"I... I..." Carl was still panting violently. His face was white,...