Chapter 80

Olivia’s face was pale, her lips trembling slightly, her hand clutching her chest. She tried to speak, but no sound came out, only a pained gasp. David’s arms held her tightly as he knelt on the stairs, panic flashing across his usually calm face. “Stay with me, Mum. Don’t you close your eyes!” David’s voice was shaking, something Lily had never heard from him before. His composure was gone, replaced by raw fear. “Mum, please, it’s okay, help is coming!” Lily said desperately, crouching beside them. She reached out and took Olivia’s cold hand in both of hers, tears welling up in her eyes. Olivia’s breathing was shallow, every breath sounding like a struggle. “Liz! LIZ!” David shouted, his voice echoing through the house. The housekeeper came running from the kitchen, her face paling when she saw Olivia slumped in David’s arms. “Oh my God! Ma’am!” Liz gasped, her hands covering her mouth in shock. “Call the gate! Tell them to open for the ambulance! Hurry!” David barked. Liz nodded quic