Chapter 208

"Hang in there! We're almost at the hospital." Jessica was unsure of how else she could console Mathilda. Her hands trembled as she watched blood seep through the woman's torn stockings. "Thank you," Mathilda whispered before closing her eyes. Her lips curled ever so slightly, and no one could tell if it was out of pride or sheer willpower. Of course, the couple in front didn't seem to catch it. The entrance to the underground parking lot was blocked, so the car rolled to a stop at the hospital's entrance. Zachary jumped out of the driver's seat and ordered, "Find a place to park, Jess. I'll rush her to the emergency room. Meet me there after!" "Alright." Jessica unbuckled her seat belt and glanced at the woman in the backseat. Mathilda bit her lower lip, tears pooling in her eyes. Her pitiful demeanor made her heart ache. Jessica frowned. That wound had to hurt. If she was in her shoes, she'd be in tears, too. Zachary cautiously scooped Mathilda into his arms. Her arms na