36 – Misunderstanding
Hailey´s POV:
“f*****g assholes!” I drive away from the compound while grumbling. Getting to the hospital and finding the correct floor can’t be done within fifteen minutes.
As she usually does, Arlene remains silent while absentmindedly rubbing her stomach and clutching the overhead handle. It reminds me of the good old days when I went on the road with Theo—specifically, a memory where I was behind the wheel one of the few times.
I burst into laughter, starting quietly and escalating to a loud, tear-inducing outburst. Overwhelmed with astonishment, Arlene decides it’s the right moment to make the call.
Jared’s voice echoes through the speaker, calling out, “Sweetcheeks?”
Arlene has genuine concern in her voice, as she asks, “What did you do to her?”
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