Chapter 21: Wild Goose Chase

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It's not the most elegant of hospitals but that was the nearest place away from danger and Sarah needs urgent medical attention.

“We really should be finding our way out of this place before they trace us down here,” Betty insists frantically, while I await, at least, a word from one of these nurses parading the lobby.

“We are not having this conversation again. I already told you. We leave only when she is fine. Like I said, you don't have to stay. Hit the road already.” I resume my attention more on the ward door, wanting them so desperately to swing open with a glimmer of good news.

“Wait what? You really think I came this far only to just let her go? And to who? To some random stranger who nearly got us killed back there. I mean what were you even thinking jumping out of the car like that—”

The doctor walks out of the ward. I rush towards him, leaving Betty behind.

“Which one of you is related to Miss. Mayhill?” the doctor questions.

“i am–”

“I am–”

We both respond, leaving