Chapter 116

Rey’s pov : I pushed Mom’s wheelchair slowly through the hospital garden, letting her bask in the sun. The winter air was crisp, but the sunlight provided a bit of warmth. "Mom, my brother is here," I said, spotting Brandon running toward us. Mom pulled out a handkerchief, frowning at him. "Wipe your sweat. What’s the matter that makes you so anxious? You’re sweating all over in the middle of winter." I folded my arms, watching him closely. Brandon wasn’t the type to act rashly without reason, so whatever had him in such a rush had to be serious. "Mom, I have something to tell you," he said, his chest rising and falling with deep breaths. "Go ahead." He hesitated, looking almost nervous. "You’ll hear it later, but don’t be too surprised. Take it easy." I stiffened. What was he going to say? Mom frowned. "What’s going on? You’re so secretive." Brandon took another deep breath. "Mom, we found my sister." The flowers in Mom’s hand slipped from her fingers, landing on the ground. I froze.