Chapter 530 As Troy hurried away , his thoughts churned in turmoil .


    He told himself that Ruby was no ordinary woman she was the representative of Amberpeak Corporation a business elite , not some streetwalker or barfly .


    That image of Ruby , so perfect in every way her explosive figure , sharp intellect , and prestigious position was precisely what had captivated him .


    Sleeping with someone like her made him feel like he was on top of the world , better than even Michael .


    Lauren watched Troy retreat and then turned to Andrew , her expression yful yet curious .


    Dr.


    Lloyd , if someone does catch something from sleeping around , what kinds of diseases are we talking about ? Are they as terrifying as people say ? Andrews tone turned serious , his face grim .


    Terrifying ? Absolutely .


    These diseases can ruin lives .


    Common ones include gonorrhea , syphilis , and other infections that cause ulcers or discharge .


    But the deadliest , of course , is HIV / AIDS .


    In its early stages , the symptoms are often subtle things like premature ejaction or erectile dysfunction are some of the first signs .


    Unfortunately , many people dismiss these symptoms , thinking theyre insignificant .


    He continued , his tone weighty .


    Thats the dangerous misconception .


    Those early signs are the bodys rm bells , warning you of something much worse .


    If left untreated , the consequences are irreversible , and by the time the disease fully manifests , its often toote .


    Lauren winced , visibly unsettled .


    Ive seen pictures of those diseases online syphilis and stuff .


    Ugh , theyre so gross , like nightmarese to life but HIV is the scariest .


    Once youre infected , theres no cure , right ? And Ive heard the process of dying from it is agonizing rotting flesh , oozing sores , decaying organs.


    On top of that , your family shuns you , and society treats you like an outcast .


    I even read about cases where some patients abroad couldnt take the suffering anymore and … well , cut off their parts .


    Troy , standing nearby , felt a chill run down his spine .


    He audibly gasped , his mind racing as he kept denying the possibility of it happening himself .


    However , Andrews words struck a nerve .


    The mention of erectile dysfunction as an early symptom hit too close to home .


    Recalling his recent issues , Troy felt like a fire had ignited inside him a fire that he could not put out without doing something about it .


    Andrew turned his gaze to Troy , his voice calm yet probing .


    Mr.


    MacAfee , you look a little pale .


    Is something wrong ? Troy forced a weak smile .


    No … No , of course not .


    Mr.


    Lloyd , you must be mistaken .


    Trying to brush it off , Troy added , Well , Ms.


    Rhodes , Mr.


    Lloyd, Ill leave you two to your business .


    Ive got something I need to take care of .


    Yet , Andrew was not done .


    He said in a firm tone , Mr.


    MacAfee , onest thing .


    Troy froze mid step , his breath catching .


    What is it ? Andrews expression grew more serious .


    As a doctor , need to give you a warning .


    Yourplexion 1/2  Chapter 530 and energy levels are severely depleted ssic signs of kidney dysfunction .


    And more concerning- theres a faint but distinct smell on you , like decaying fish .


    That smell is a telltale sign of infection .


    Troys face went white .


    Youre joking , right ? Andrew dont mess with me like that .


    Andrew patted him sympathetically on the shoulder .


    You dont have to take my word for it .


    Go to the hospital and get checked out .


    But Im telling you , Mr.


    MacAfee , the odds arent in your favor .


    Youve likely caught something .


    He added with a sigh , Sneaking around may feel great in the moment , but the suffering thates afterward ? Believe me , itll stay with you longer than the thrill ever will .


    Troys face turned a sickly green , his hands trembling Internally , he screamed , Suffering , my ass , you bastard ! But his panic was undeniable .


    Without a word , he bolted , running toward the nearest hospital as fast as his legs could carry him .


    Every second felt like a lifetime as his mind spiraled .


    He did not want to believe Andrews words , but he could not ignore them either .


    Andrew was known for his exceptional medical skills , and if he said something was wrong , there probably was .


    The thought of his body rotting , sores spreading , and the humiliation of exining it all to his wife- Troy felt like his world was crashing down .