How a Dying Woman Rewrote Her Epilogue

Chapter 261

Jarrod glanced sideways, his expression unreadable.

"Thanks for stepping in," he said quietly.

Joseph nodded toward Jarrod's bandaged arm. "You need to have that dressing changed soon?"

Jarrod murmured an affirmative.

Maurice let out a long sigh. "You really went all in, didn't you? So worried about Sylvie getting hurt, you didn't even think about yourself."

The drone-with its payload-had to weigh at least 130 pounds, heavier than Sylvie herself. It wasn't surprising Jarrod had thrown himself in the way without hesitation. No one expected, though, that in the chaos, with the light completely blocked out, he'd end up protecting the wrong person.

At least, thank God, Sylvie hadn't been hurt.

Hearing Maurice's words, Sylvie frowned a little, her face a mix of concern, relief, and something like gratitude.

Joseph, for his part, was still a bit shaken by the whole thing. If Jarrod hadn't made that mistake, Elodie would have been the one injured.

exactly happened? How'd you end up grabbing the

and composed. "The rotor wash was so strong, I couldn't keep my eyes open. I lost track of direction." Joseph nodded, understanding.

doctor say how long you'll

His right arm was useless for now. Maurice lounged back on the sofa, biting into an apple. "As long as nothing

looked up. "By the way—what's Dr.

glanced up from his

mother's follow-up treatment. I was thinking of finding someone more experienced. I've heard Dr. Warwick's pretty renowned internationally, but I'm not sure exactly what his field is.

But he'd already arranged for Elodie to meet with Elias for another

not sure about that stuff. I can't make those

of disappointment crossed Sylvie's face, but she managed a small smile. "It's all

Sylvie stepped outside to take a work

His skin

and barely looked up. "Could happen," he

disbelief. "You know, Elodie must have a guardian angel. You basically took the hit for

her to walk away untouched-it had to be pure