Divorce Me Before Death Takes Me, CEO

Chapter 279

Audrey’s POV

Lying on the hospital bed, I couldn’t move, but my mind stayed sharp enough to catch voices beyond the emergency room.

“I don’t care what it takes! Get those jewelry prototypes here now!” James shouted, his usual composure completely gone.

“Nothing is impossible! This is life or death!”

Through the haze of pain, I caught Ethan’s steady murmurs, probably comforting Astrid.

“My friend is dying,” James’s voice cracked. “Her last wish is to see her designs come to life. Get them here today!”

Breathing became a battle even with the ventilator helping. After surgery, they wheeled me back, my face drained of color. The doctor stepped through the doors toward my waiting friends.

“Doctor, how is she?!” They spoke together, their voices a desperate chorus.

He sighed, shoulders slumping. “Her body was already compromised by her illness. This nail wound didn’t damage her brain, but she’s lost too much blood.”

A pause. “We’ve done everything possible, but with the delayed treatment…”

Another heavy sigh. “Go see her. The machines can only keep her stable for about fifteen minutes.”

They approached slowly. Astrid grabbed my hand, her eyes red and swollen.

‘Audrey…” She choked out my name. “Who pushed you onto that nail?”

tell me?”

talking hard, but I forced the words out. “Astrid,

to smile but couldn’t make

body was already failing… even without this nail, I’d

not now! Not yet!” Tears splashed onto our

do. Rachel just woke up! Your jewelry line isn’t even launched!” Her voice

you. How can you

telling her do? No cameras, no witnesses. If Astrid went after Blake, she’d only destroy herself. I’d already brought enough trouble

strength. Astrid moved closer, pressing my hand to

I won’t fall for any

I fought for breath.

three of

1/3

nodded, tears

my own doing…

word was harder than the

do with Blake… William… or any Parker. Don’t fight them… don’t seek revenge.

My grip tightened slightly.

we’re done. No Parkers at my funeral… not even William.

what

Ethan standing at the foot of my bed. “Snow’s been with me over two years. I worry about him most. Astrid’s

you take Snow? Cats

ducked his head, hiding tears. “Don’t worry… I’ll take good care of