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Chapter 158

Author: Michy Gaza
last update Last Updated: 2025-02-23 14:52:49

The sterile scent of antiseptic filled the air as Alexander paced the hospital corridor, his hands clenched into fists.

The emergency lights cast a harsh glow over his chiseled features, his expression a storm of rage, fear, and frustration.

Sarah lay behind the doors of the ICU, being treated for smoke inhalation and minor burns.

She had passed out in his arms at the racetrack, her body limp, her breathing weak.

The moment replayed in his mind like a nightmare, her pale face, her soft coughs, the way her fingers had gripped his shirt before she lost consciousness.

Alexander had never felt fear like that before. Not when he took over the Blake empire. Not even when Gerald had tried to destroy him.

This was different.

This was Sarah.

Carter who was back stood nearby, arms crossed, watching his friend and master with silent understanding. "Doc said she’s stable," he offered, but Alexander didn’t stop pacing.

"Stable isn’t enough." His voice was rough, edged with unspoken emotions.

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