My Hockey Alpha by Eve Above Story PDF

Chapter 0581

I tightened my grip on her, offering whatever comfort I could. "We'll take it one step at a time, Lori. We'll be here for Jessica, no matter what. And as for taking care of yourself, I'll help you. You don't have to go through this alone."

Lori nodded, her shoulders sagging with exhaustion. "Thank you, Nina. I don't know what I'd do without you."

I gave her a small smile, even though my own heart felt heavy with fear. "We're in this together, Lori. Just like we've always been."

It wasn't long before a nurse came to us, asking if we wanted to see Jessica. I was unsure if it would be best for Lori, but she insisted, and so I followed.

When we stepped into Jessica's room, Lori broke down again. It was all I could do to keep her from falling, even though my own knees felt like they were made of putty.

There was our friend, our beautiful and vibrant Jessica, laying in the bed. She was hooked up to all kinds of machines, her body covered in casts.

cuts, and her beautiful blonde hair had been shaved so the doctors could check

me pass out, but I managed to stay upright. I needed to be here for

steps closer, but nearly collapsed again. I was at her side in an instant,

the words felt hollow even to

looking at Jessica's sleeping body. The rhythmic beeping of the machines had become oddly comforting at this

was a text from Enzo on the screen asking if I was back in the supernatural

push me to go

long since stopped. There was a bottle of

I asked, reaching

maybe stay with you tonight?" she asked. "I don't want to go home, and I can't stay here. And, if I'm being honest..." She looked down at the pills in

nodded emphatically without a second's hesitation. "Of

you sure that's