Chapter 96

At that moment, love or not didn't even cross her mind. All she cared about was that he was the father of the child-and that someone needed to keep the Sterling Group going strong. Nicole didn't say anything more. She ended the call and headed straight for the hospital. On the other side of the city, Liam was also getting into his car. Lucian... a faint, cold smirk tugged at the corner of Liam's lips. Like he'd die that easily? No way. That would be too simple. This wasn't over-not by a long shot. Death? That'd be way too cheap a ticket out. By the time they arrived, Lucian had already been rushed into the emergency room. Nicole was the first to get there. She met up with Ariella just outside the ER and asked a few quick questions. "I'll go talk to the hospital staff," Nicole said. "Liam should be here soon too, so don't worry too much." She took a few steps then turned back to add, "He's on his way." "I know. Go ahead," Ariella replied, pacing up and down the hallway, head down, hands