Tessa’s POV
Three days till wedding.
Robert and I sat in the hospital waiting room, the sterile smell of antiseptic and the beeping of machines creating a sense of monotony. We had been waiting for what felt like an eternity, hoping that Alfred would regain consciousness or show some sign of improvement. I had exhausted my emotions, no longer feeling the overwhelming sadness that had initially gripped me when I saw him lying in the hospital bed. Now, a sense of worry and curiosity had taken its place.
As the hours ticked by, I couldn't help but wonder why Alfred hadn't had any visitors. It had been almost 24 hours since he was brought to the hospital, and yet, not a single relative or friend had come to see him. The thought sent a pang of sympathy through me, and I found myself feeling
