Chapter 554

"The news reports said the earthquake wasn't too strong, only the central area was seriously affected. There were some collapses." Lila looked up at Cedric, catching the key detail. "You said the rescue team has already been sent?" Then, without waiting for his answer, she grabbed her coat, clutched her phone, and strode toward the door. She was going to Portmere. Cedric immediately stepped in front of her. "There could be aftershocks, it's still dangerous over there!" "I don't care. I need to see Kieran with my own eyes to know he's okay." Cedric knew there was no stopping her. The moment she stepped out, he hurriedly called Amelia. The fastest way to Portmere was by plane, then switching to a high-speed train. At this hour, Amelia might still have time to intercept her. But before Lila even reached the lobby, her phone rang. It was Ella Barnett. Since Matthew's accident on a variety show a while back, Lila had specifically asked Cedric to assign him a trainee assistant. Sh