Chapter 254

“St… stop.” Lily’s voice was barely a whisper. “Don’t call me that. I hate you.” David shut his eyes for one second, pain ripping through him. “Okay. If you want that, I won’t say anything. I promise. Just… please don’t leave me.” “It… hurts… I can’t…” Lily struggled to breathe. “I’m sorry…” Her vision dimmed. Her head dropped to the side. Her body went slack in his arms. “Lily!” David yelled. His voice cracked. “Lily, open your eyes!” “Lily!” Jabco said urgently, patting her cheeks. “Hey! Stay with us!” Riyana pressed her fingers on Lily’s wrist. Her face went cold. “Her pulse is weakening. Her body’s getting cold.” “No… no… no,” David whispered. It felt like the floor had vanished and he was falling into nothing. Sirens screamed outside. The ambulance skidded into the deserted yard. David held Lily closer, his breath shaking. “Please… don’t leave me.” The paramedics rushed in before David could say another word. Their boots echoed across the dusty floor, their voices sharp and fast.