Julian tightened his grip, nearly crushing her shoulder, and forcibly held her in his arms, carrying her downstairs. Jerry rushed up, panting, "Mr. Frost..."
He seemed to have something to say, but was frightened into silence by Vanessa's state.
"Miss Brooks, what… these people are animals!"
No time for nonsense.
Julian bypassed him and said loudly, "Hurry up and drive!"
"Coming."
The car sped off, rushing to the hospital at top speed. Vanessa lay on her side in the back seat, leaning against Julian's leg. Her body was alternately cold and hot, shaking violently. It was unclear how long she'd gone without food; her lips were cracked and peeling. She was delirious the whole way, sometimes begging for mercy, sometimes sobbing.
This was definitely not something she could fake.
Julian'
