8: A Hand Of Mercy

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Elara’s POV “Don't you dare die on mama, Vee.” Red swollen eyes, dried nose, and parched throat, I wiped tears off my cheeks and tossed the tissue in the pile. The nasty mess hit the top of what had already formed a castle and rolled down. I pulled the last piece from the box. Not finding my phone, I had yet to hear from Alice to know how my baby was fairing. Most of me wished to storm out to the clinic regardless if it was midnight, but the other would rather stay safe for Violet, especially after the incident. The landline rang on the center table, snapping my mind completely. I dashed for it, knocking down every item on my way. “Lilian!” Evelyn’s voice vibrated from the speaker, causing me to burst into tears. From being mere colleagues, we became fast friends. “What hap

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