Chapter 16

When Nigel saw an unfamiliar number pop up on his screen, the first thing that crossed his mind was Joyce. He automatically hit decline. But just after he ended the call, the same number called again. Since not every unknown number meant it was Joyce, Nigel figured there was no reason to avoid all unfamiliar calls because of her. So, he decided to pick up. As expected, a stranger's voice came through. "Hello, is this Mr. Nigel Goldwyn?" Nigel grunted in response, waiting for the caller to explain why she was calling. After confirming Nigel's identity, the caller got right to the point. "This is the Emergency Department at Southbay Hospital. Your girlfriend, Ms. Marlow, was in a car accident due to speeding. She's in critical condition. Can you come to Southbay Hospital right away?" Nigel was stunned, struggling to take in what he was hearing. Joyce came to Southbay City? And got into a car accident from speeding? When he didn't answer, the nurse asked again, "Mr. Goldwyn, are y