Chapter 754

Zane's comment drew everyone's attention to me. "I'm fine, Ms. Nancy. Don't worry." Jonah momentarily forgot about kicking Zane. His gaze was filled with concern as he examined my pale face. "Marie, Ms. Nancy looks like she's lost all her color. Is she okay? What should we do?" "Are you okay, Nance? It's all Zane's fault for being so mischievous." Marie's expression instantly turned serious. She grasped my hand tightly and said, "It's okay, Nance. Don't be afraid." "I'm sorry, Ms. Nancy! I'll never scare you again." Zane quickly dropped his playful demeanor. His tone was sincere as he apologized. Then, in a panic, he turned to Marie. "Mom, should we take her to the hospital?" I had indeed been startled. It was winter, and with the flu and pneumonia spreading rapidly, hospitals were overcrowded. I knew how serious the virus could be. Just moments ago, I had thought Jonah was ill, which explained my pale face. But as soon as Marie took my hand, my racing heart began to settle. Her