Chapter 131

Jessica slumped against Zachary, listening to the harried rhythm of his heartbeat. He reached out to tuck a strand of her hair behind her ear, then pressed a firm kiss on her forehead. He gently patted her shoulder, but she couldn't care less. Completely spent, she drifted off to sleep. … A call came from the hospital the next morning. Amanda was awake. Zachary went there again. Mary had just returned from her leave, so Jessica had her prepare a simple breakfast and another meal. After packing them up, Jessica drove straight to the hospital. Following the VIP room number Zachary had given her the night before, she arrived at her destination in no time. "Zach, I was so scared…" Amanda sobbed, clinging to Zachary's hand. He frowned and subtly pulled his hand away. She continued, "Thank God you're here. Otherwise, I would've been so lost—" "You just woke up," he interrupted. "Don't cry. You should get some rest." With that, he stepped aside and dialed Joshua's number. Ama