When There Is Nothing Left But Love (Ashton And Scarlett)

I looked up when he paused and saw the grimness in his gaze. “Scarlett, if you cause me to go through that pain of losing a loved one again, I will never forgive you. I will leave your kids to fend for themselves, get it?”

It was not a notice; it was a warning.

I pursed my lips and gave him a firm nod. “Yes. If I die, you will leave your nephew and niece to die.”

I was certain both Ashton and John would make the same choice.

The hospital was chilly at night. I shuddered when the night breeze blew along the hallway.

John calmed down. He couldn’t bring himself to get mad at me and stood aside to let me in. “Come on in. It’s chilly out there. Are you putting on a show to gain my sympathy?”

His voice was flat, but at least he was no longer unapproachable.

I found John’s stubbornness adorable. Flashing a smile, I entered his room.

We were short on time, so I sat down and immediately inquired, “Will we get all the test results tomorrow?”

relaxed figure stiffened upon hearing my question. “Tomorrow afternoon. Before the

me,” I interjected firmly. “Once the results are out, make the arrangements for the best treatment available and get the best medicine there is. Kick up a big

to me. “Do you feel unwell?” he

for my reply, he stood up and

rooted to the spot and uttered helplessly.

his grip on my arm and glowered at

with a nod. “I want to beat them at their

was almost convinced, but he still stated his doubts. “You’ll regret it if this

of myself in front of the great Mr. Stovall. Calm down and listen to my

held his chin thoughtfully after listening

grew impatient as he remained silent for a long time, so I gave him a push. “What do

gave me a strange look and was about

and handed his phone to

it be? Cameron

nearly laughed out loud