Chapter 2018
The police arrived shortly and immediately joined the search and rescue efforts.
Three hours felt like an eternity as Stella waited.
Tseemed to stretch until she finally received the news she had been desperately hoping for: Bella had been
found.
Without hesitation, she ran toward the scene.
Bella and Kristian were rescued together, but they were both in critical condition.
Bella had bruises scattered across her body, with streaks of blood staining her forehead, arms, and knees.
Kristian’s condition was even more severe; he was drenched in blood from head to toe, his face obscured and
unrecognizable due to the extensive injuries.
They needed to get to the hospital as quickly as possible to fully assess their injuries.
The two were carefully placed into the ambulance, and the vehicle sped away, its siren piercing the air.
Matthew stayed close by Stella's side, his concern evident as they followed the ambulance.
When they arrived at the hospital, the ambulance doors swung open, and a doctor emerged.
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“Mr.
Clark,” the doctor began, his voice heavy with concern.
“The man sustained severe injuries.
His left leg was trapped for too long, and unfortunately, due to the delay, he’s missed the crucial window for
optimal treatment.
There’s a strong possibility he may never walk on his own again.
Matthew said calmly, “It’s not a big deal.
His fate is in the hands of destiny now.
However, if that injured woman's condition worsens, you don’t have to squander resources trying to save him.
The doctor understood the gravity of Matthew's words immediately.
He sighed quietly but did not dare to object.
“Mr.
Clark, we will do everything we can,” he assured.
The operation lasted three
grueling hours.
Bella was finally stable, but Kristian’s leg was irreparably damaged.
Stella received the update without showing any emotion.
She promptly turned and made her way to Bella's room.
Bella was lying there, unconscious, her complexion pale due to significant blood loss.
A wave of sorrow and guilt surged through Stella.
If she had been more vigilant and kept Bella away from Kristian, the situation might have been different.
Stella sat silently beside Bella's bed, waiting.
Shortly afterward, a bodyguard entered with news.
“Mr.
and Mrs.
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Clark, Kristian is awake and causing trouble in his room.
Matthew furrowed his brow and glanced at Stella.
“I'll take care of it.
You stay here.
But remembering Kristian’s role in Bella's current condition, Stella felt her temper rise.
“I'm coming with you,” she insisted, standing
“Kristian’s condition is precarious.
He might do something drastic.
It’s not safe,” Matthew cautioned.
Stella shook her head firmly, her hands balled into fists.
“I need to confront him about what he’s done!”
Unable to dissuade her, Matthew relented.
As they neared Kristian’s room, his agitated shouts were already audible.