Chase sat upright in his hospital bed, his mother spoon-feeding him hospital food, his face screwed up in distaste. Ariel sat beside him, her eyes fixed on his face, a mixture of relief and joy written across her features. She didn’t even flinch as Chase complained about the food, her only concern b
Chase’s eyes blazed with determination as he struggled to sit up, his body screaming in protest. “I need to get out of here, now,” he growled, his voice hoarse from disuse. The nurse rushed to his side, her eyes filled with concern. “Mr. Chase, you’ve just woken up from a coma. You need to rest
*** As the hospital doors slid open, Chase was wheeled out into the bright sunlight, his eyes scanning the area until they landed on a familiar figure. Caleb was pacing back and forth, his phone pressed to his ear, his face twisted in frustration. Chase’s eyes narrowed, his mind racing with suspi
Chase’s nod was curt, his eyes never leaving hers. “I promise. Just take me to her.” The officer nodded, leading him down the hallway to the interrogation room. Chase’s heart raced with anticipation, his mind racing with thoughts of Ariel and what she might be going through. He was determined to
Chase stood precariously on his crutches, Jordan’s car screeched to a halt in front of the police station, and he leapt out, his eyes fixed on Chase’s frail form leaning on crutches. Surprise and concern etched on his face, he rushed towards his friend. “Chase, what the hell? You’re supposed to be
Monica’s eyes flashed with fear, but she was quick, dodging out of the way just in time. Chase’s crutches struck the ground with a loud thud, the sound echoing through the air. Jordan’s heart sank, his mind racing with thoughts of consequences. He knew Chase had crossed a line, and he feared what m
The detective’s eyes narrowed. “What about the DNA test results?” The officer hesitated, his voice barely above a whisper. “They show that Austin’s DNA matches Ariel’s. She’s his biological mother.” Suddenly, Ariel’s lawyer walks into the rescue with a file in his hand. “Well, this has no names
“Chase is with me,” he said, his voice calm. “He’s okay.” Ariel’s eyes flashed with relief, her body relaxing slightly. “Thank God,” she whispered, her eyes fixed on Jordan’s face. Chase emerged from the passenger seat, his eyes locked onto Ariel’s. “Hey,” he said, his voice soft. “I’m sorry