Chapter 704

The phone had been ringing for what felt like ages, and Everett was just about out of patience when it was finally picked up. He was all about getting things done quickly, so this delay had him a bit miffed, his brow creasing as he spoke in a cool tone.

"Selena, let's meet."

He used her name, but there wasn't a hint of warmth in it. Selena held onto the phone, her fingers tightening a bit. "Alright."

"I'll be in Northtown tomorrow."

With that, he hung up, leaving the dial tone buzzing in her ear long after the call ended. Selena finally set the phone down and wandered over to the window.

that morning. His explanation had been brief: side effects. Before Everett went under

what current medicine could explain. Dr. Campbell mentioned that, aside from his emotions turning cold and distant, everything else seemed normal, which was a small

her hands. It was her decision to give the go- ahead for Everett's heart transplant, her signature on the consent form. Even with the outcome leaving her feeling hollow, she didn't regret it.

tossed and turned all night. By the crack of dawn, she was wide awake. After a quick freshen-up, she sat at her vanity, slowly brushing her hair, and applied makeup

child and guiding another by the hand. Ava

tie at his neck, and his hair slicked back, looking like a miniature version of Everett, it wasn't so noticeable when he was younger, but

up with a little bow clip, her big eyes sparkling, and her skin so fair and delicate it could melt anyone's heart. The little girl took more after

daughter's cheek. "Excited to

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