Chapter 52
Author: E.C Blackwood
last update2025-12-14 23:26:22
Damian

“I’m tired…” Mila whispered, her voice trailing off as her head lost its balance and fell over my arm. The rage I felt a second ago now morphed into absolute fear.

“Mila!” I yelled, jerking her vigorously but she wouldn’t budge. “Get the car!” I ordered and Victor stormed out immediately.

“Mila!” I called again, but she didn’t respond. Her hands dropped lazily on both sides and fear gripped me.

We got into the car and drove straight to the general hospital. I was familiar with the doct
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