Chapter 75

Edmund rushed forward and grabbed Xavier around the waist, catching him just in time before he collapsed onto Scarlett. Meanwhile, Caleb clutched his throat, coughing violently as he scrambled backward, desperate to crawl out of the room. It was utterly terrifying. It wasn't the first time Xavier had choked him during an episode. But usually, there were sedatives and anesthetics. Someone was always able to pull him free from Xavier's grip. However, Xavier seemed completely out of control today. Neither medication had any effect. Caleb had been convinced Xavier had killed Scarlett. That was why he hadn't seen her when he woke up. He was completely innocent! But no matter how he tried to explain, Xavier acted as though he'd witnessed it with his own eyes. He was convinced that Caleb was the killer and nearly strangled him to death as some twisted form of atonement for Scarlett's life. Just then, the medical staff finished quickly tidying up the room. Edmund helped Xavier onto the