Chapter 202

Clara's POV

I leaned on the door and peeked through to stare at Derek's motionless body. My eyes were quickly whelmed in tears. I never wanted things to end this way.

Without thinking, I pushed open the door and walked in.

I collapsed into his chest, held onto him tightly, and sobbed.

"Please wake up and get back to me; I'll do anything. I love you." I whispered. I held onto him even tighter.

I wish I'd said this when he wasn't fighting for his life. There were so many things I would have loved to have done differently, but now I can't take any of it back.

I suddenly froze as I felt a hand patting my head.

I looked up.

I blinked at Derek, who was staring back at me. For the first time, I saw clearly. Derek wasn't covered in bandages or had wounds all over his face, as I expected.

"It's okay, I'm alright." He answered.

I wiped away the tears, my vision becoming clearer. "You are not hurt?" I asked, finally realising what had happened.

"No, but I will be if you continue squeezing me li