Chapter 384

“Gladys!” Gladys heard only Cecilia's voice and stumbled towards her, just as a large truck came barreling down. Cecilia’s heart stopped. Her steps came to a sudden halt. “Mom…” “Gladys!” “Jarek!” The sharp screech of the truck’s brakes cut through the night. The truck skidded, brushing against Jarek, who was holding Gladys. They were thrown several meters away, crashing onto the ground, unmoving. Alston’s mind went blank. His body was covered in cold sweat. Cecilia's lips moved, her body going limp. …… Hospital. Cecilia opened her eyes to the glaring white light above. She suddenly sat up, her foot treated. Brian was by her side. “Where’s Gladys?” Her face was ashen, almost frantic. Brian's voice faltered, “Gladys was just sent to the emergency room a short while ago.” Cecilia got out of bed, her movements unsteady. Ignoring the pain, she stumbled out of the ward. She saw Alston leaning against the wall, smoking. His brow was furrowed, filled with a deep sense of melancholy and desola