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Chapter 59

Author: Tori Evans
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Elara's POV

Shot. Shot. My dad's been shot. That is the only word that registered in my head from what Uncle Damien was saying. No. This can't be.

"Hey, hey baby. Don't cry, okay? It's all going to be okay." Lorenzo tells me softly, pulling me into a warm embrace. In his arms, I break down, my tears flowing freely and staining his shirt. I grip his dress tight in my fists, holding on for support since my legs feel like they're giving up on me.

All the while, he keeps whispering soothing words in my ears while leading me to a chair by the wall. When I finally calm down, I notice Uncle Damien's shadow over us. He stands with his hands in his pockets, casting a worried glance at me.

"I'm sorry, Bambina. But we have to pray for your dad to be fine. I'm sure the doctors will try their best."

I don't respond. He sighs and moves to the other side of the hallway, placing his phone on his ear and barking out orders.

"Lorenzo, will my dad be okay? Please tell me he'll be fine. He can't die now.
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