Chapter 222

"I've got something on today, I'm afraid I can't make it..."

Before Stella could finish her sentence, Jasper's voice buzzed through the phone.

"Haynie, Rachel's out of surgery. You should come over and check on her..."

Rachel?

Of course, how could she forget? Every time Haynes bailed, it was always for Rachel.

Stella's heart had long since grown accustomed to this. Her voice was cool and detached.

"She's out of surgery now. If you've got time this afternoon, you should stop by. Don't worry, it won't take long..."

But once again, Jasper cut her off.

"Haynie, why are you still on the phone? Rachel's been asking for you this whole time! You need to be with her right now!

The doctor says things aren't looking good. If heaven forbid something happens, this might be your last chance to see her!"

"Alright, I'll be there soon." Haynes' voice turned sharp.

up, he remembered Stella on the other

now. I'll call

hanging up, Haynes

"How is Rachel

barely-there

The doctor said... with her condition, it's unlikely she'll make it another

"That specialist you mentioned, have you found

"Yes, I have."

haven't you brought him

matter what terms I offer or how much I offer to pay,

he asked for anything in return?"

peculiar. You'd think he retired, but he still runs a shabby little clinic. You can see people going there for

but no matter how much I plead, even visiting him repeatedly

Jasper's expression turned steely.

I'll go again tomorrow. If he keeps playing

eyes narrowed. "Have you tried

paused, then

couldn't bring

"Well... no, not really."

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