Chapter 578

Madeleine's phone buzzed. It was Dane calling. "Hold on, it's my brother," she said quickly, answering the call, not even registering what Beckett had just said. Beckett opened his mouth but didn't say anything, just raised his hand and lightly tapped his forehead. Did I mess up by telling her..? I promised I wouldn't keep things from her again—does this count as a little white lie? "Maddy, your sister-in-law got bumped into by someone and ended up at the hospital. I'm still out of town and need another three hours to get back. Can you check on her for me?" Dane's voice was filled with anxiety. Madeleine felt her heart jump. "I—I'll head there now! Is she okay?" "They said it's no big deal, but I can't relax until I know for sure." Dane clearly wasn't calm either. "Don't stress, I'm going right now," Madeleine said while slipping on her shoes. "Where'd you go for business?" "Matthias sent me to Yarrin for a meeting," Dane explained, sounding like he was driving. "Got it. Just take it e