Chapter: 2000

"Still under examination, Mr. Bates. Your loved one arrived just ten minutes ago. It's too early for any conclusive results."

Only ten minutes? Time had stretched like molasses, each second an exercise in torment.

Finally, Bethany emerged from the examination room, walking alongside her doctor.

The sight of her on her feet sent a wave of relief washing over him.

“How is everything?" he asked, instinctively moving to embrace her.