Chapter 454

Kenneth really wanted to tell Dorothy the harsh truth that Everett was gone, so Dorothy could finally let go and stop waiting for at miracle.

He knew the pain would be temporary and she would eventually come to terms with reality.

But as he looked into her anxious eyes with worries, his resolve faltered,

“He’s not dead,” Kenneth lied, his voice barely above a whisper. “The Lopez family got him to City Hospital in time. That’s all I know

“But the knife… I saw it, Kenneth! I saw Heather plunge it right into his heart!” Dorothy’s fear was palpable. What if Everett had survived the ride but not the aftermath? What about the life–saving efforts?

“Dorothy! When are you going to start worrying about yourself?”

Kenneth’s words were cut off as Dorothy struggled to rise. The sudden movement pulled at her wounds, quickly staining the bandages with fresh blood. Yet she seemed numb to the pain, cursing her weakened body for not easy motion

need to get to City Hospital, Kenneth. Please

first time Kenneth had ever

that he seemed to implode if

paused, but then persisted in searching for

stand, only to collapse

dislodging. Pain shot through her from all directions, a sheen of sweat instantly

Kenneth rushed to her side.

she pushed him away, adamant. I

even walk! Come on, let’s have the doctor check you first, and then I’ll take you there,” Kenneth pleaded, knowing he couldn’t fight her on this.

thought in her mind. She needed to see Everett alive,

tears. “Dorothy, Everett has the entire Lopez family behind him.

small face marred with bruises and cuts was heart–wrenching to see.

clenched teeth.

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