“Alton, eastern hill hospital, right now!” Rachel exclaimed. Panic rising in her chest. What had happened to Elara? Her only friend. Her mother and special advisor.
Alton grabbed the keys to take Rachel to her destination but Marissa stepped out. Clutching her belly.
“Alton, I need to go to the hospital, come and drive me.” Rachel could not believe her ears.
Before Rachel could react, Alton immediately chipped in, “Mrs Rachel had asked first, ma'am. I have to—”
Marissa cut him off sharply, “Are you not a little sympathetic about my condition? Don't you know that the heir and future of this family lies in my belly? I have an appointment with the doctor, come let's go.”
Alton gulped down nothing as he glanced between the two women. He has always dutifully served Rachel and she neve
