Even After Death by Lilting Champ

She counted until he reached his car. He did not turn back.

Olivia lay forgotten on the ground, unmoving. Although the side effects of the treatment had reduced significantly, her body still felt weak. The hard fall felt like it had broken her bones.

Brent and the rest were with Ethan. Madam Burgess used to be around, but she left. Now the house was empty.

Snow fell from the sky, and cold wind came from all directions. Her hands and feet were frozen.

She thought, “Someone please help me.”

Her bag was not far from where she was, but she could not turn over and reach for it.

She could only stare at the snowflakes floating in a cruel ballet in the sky. Tears slowly fell from her face as she whispered, 885, 886…”

the time she counted to 1038, Olivia had recovered enough strength to stand.

1. up.

raise the arm she used to catch the boy, so she had to use the other to

Are you going to the hospital alone? It’s getting late. You should be careful. You should have someone with you. You’re a beautiful lady. There have been a lot of stories

She watched the scenery outside the window rapidly passing by. Her mouth curled into a smile as she said, “Thank you, sir, but I’m fine. My

didn’t have any

Keith was done with work. She had

a familiar face when

a white coat and his head down. His face looked even more elegant with his silver–rimmed glasses resting

obvious if she backed out now. Keith lifted his head while she was deliberating

vibrant at the sight of her. Then, they quickly turned into a

didn’t think Olivia would come and see him this late. He rushed over

was so cold. Her hands were numb, and her arm

said quickly, “Keith, my arm

on Keith’s face changed the moment he heard that the arm with the mediport was hurting. “Quick, let me see. You studied medicine so you should know this. If the mediport loosens, it can cause your heart to constrict. You could