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?”

upon hearing my question. “Tomorrow afternoon. Before the results are out and we can be sure you are fine,

the best treatment available and get the best medicine there is. Kick up

me. “Do you feel

waiting for my reply, he stood up

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

grip on my arm and glowered at

with a nod. “I want to

stated his doubts.

pushed him into his chair. “Got it. I dare not make a fool of myself in front of the great Mr. Stovall. Calm down and

held his chin thoughtfully after listening

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 to answer when his phone

handed his phone

guardian? Who could it be?

at the screen and nearly laughed out loud when