When There Is Nothing Left But Love

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?”

crossed. His relaxed figure stiffened upon hearing my question. “Tomorrow afternoon.

the results are out, make the arrangements for the best treatment available and get the best

“Do you feel unwell?” he inquired as he scanned me

waiting for my reply, he stood up and took my arm.

the spot and uttered helplessly. “You’ve got it wrong. That wasn’t what

kept his grip on my arm and glowered at

with a nod. “I want to beat

still stated his doubts. “You’ll regret it if

I dare not make a fool of myself

John held his chin

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

strange look and was about to answer when his phone

his phone to me. “Tell your

could it be? Cameron

laughed out loud when I saw the caller’s ID—Old Man