Chapter 412

Chapter 412:

“My grandmother had a heart attack. I have to get to the hospital,” Sadie explained, hurrying.

“I’ll come with you.” Nanette offered immediately.

They quickly hailed a cab and sped toward the hospital.

In the cab, Sadie gripped her phone, her hands slick with perspiration.

Her thoughts raced, nearly overwhelming her.

Laura had been fine this morning. A heart attack? So sudden?

Was there an underlying cause?

She recalled that morning’s goodbye, with Laura contentedly knitting sweaters for her and Averi, her face warm with a tender smile. That image now pierced her heart sharply.

Throughout the journey, Sadie pleaded with the driver to hurry, desperate to get to the hospital as quickly as possible.

Upon arrival, Sadie and Nanette rushed toward the emergency room, asking for directions along the way.

Breck was pacing outside the emergency room, clearly wracked with worry. Spotting Sadie, he hurried over.

“You’ve arrived, Mrs. Wall!” he said, his voice cracking. “They’re still trying to revive Mrs. Stewart…”

A wave of dread overwhelmed Sadie.

“How could this happen…” she whispered, her legs nearly buckling.

Nanette quickly steadied her. “Sadie, hold on. It’s going to be alright.”

Sadie gripped Nanette’s hand tightly, her knuckles turning white. She trembled and found herself speechless.

Sadie’s hands were clenched into tight fists, her fingernails digging painfully into her flesh. Her heart seemed lodged in her throat, pounding loudly.

Suddenly, the doors to the emergency room swung open.

A weary doctor appeared, pulling down his mask and massaging his temple. “Doctor, how is my grandma doing?” Sadie stepped forward, urgency lacing her voice.

The doctor let out a heavy sigh, his face drawn with concern. “Her condition is critical. She’s barely breathing, and her heartbeat is faint. Immediate life support is crucial, or…” His voice trailed off, leaving the unspoken words hanging in the air, which Sadie understood all too well.

“Please, do whatever you can to save her!” Sadie pleaded, tears streaming down her face, her voice trembling.

“The situation is complex. She’s elderly, and her health issues are severe. It’s best to prepare for any outcome,” the doctor explained gravely.

“A family member needs to sign this.” He handed over a document. With shaky hands, Sadie quickly scanned it and signed without hesitation.

“Doctor, please, I’m depending on you,” she said, her voice cracking under the strain.

With a nod, the doctor turned and went back inside the emergency room.

Leaning against the wall for support, Sadie felt the weight of the day bearing down on her as the doors closed again.

Checking the time, she saw it was nearly five o’clock.

She whispered, “Averi…” A sudden realization hit her—Averi was still at kindergarten, waiting for her.

She turned to Nanette, her voice raspy with fatigue. “Nanette, would you mind picking Averi up from kindergarten for me?”

Seeing Sadie’s worn-out expression and swollen eyes, Nanette’s heart went out to her.

She reassured Sadie confidently. “Don’t worry, Sadie. I’ll take care of Averi. You stay here with your grandmother. Just call me if you need anything.” Sadie squeezed Nanette’s hand tightly, grateful beyond words.

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