Leap OF Fate novel Chapter 38

“Can I borrow your phone? I need to call my family” Serene looked at Justin. Without a word, he reached in his pocket and handed him his phone.

She quickly dialled her mother’s number. After a couple of rings, a panicked voice of a woman answered her. She gave a quick summary of what happened. Her mother wanted to take the next flight to Hyacinth City to see her, but she coaxed her mother and assured her that she was out of danger and it’s unnecessary to fly out. She only calmed down and acquiescence when she told her ‌she will come home the following week.

After talking to her mother, she called Albert to inform him of what happened and assured him of her safety.

Finally, she called Mary. Her friend was more hysterical than her mother and was even harder to soothe. After assuring her multiple times, she did not get hurt, but she just passed because she inhaled a lot of fumes, did she calm down. She then demanded to speak to Justin.

With a frown, she handed the phone to him. “Mary wanted to talk to you.”

He accepted the phone and brought it to his ears, then stood up and walked a few steps away from her.

She could not make out anything about their conversation. Justin hardly spoke and was just giving her verbal nods. After a minute, he placed the phone back in his pocket.

“What was that about?” She asked, feeling a little intrigued.

“Mary just wanted to make sure that you are safe and did not have any physical inquiries. I told her ‌I’ll have my secretary send her a copy of your hospital records when you get discharged,” he patiently explained to her. He cannot help but to feel amused.

“What’s so funny?”

“I just find Mary a little excessive around you.”

“I’m used to it. We grew up together like sisters. She’s very protective of me, even when we were kids. I guess because I always get bullied growing up.”

“You got bullied?” Disbelief laced his voice.

“Yes. I was timid growing up, so they found me an easy target. Mary would always protect me, and beat up my bullies.”

Justin pulled the chair beside her and sat. He held her hands as he looked at her tenderly. Serene felt her heart softened.

“Uhmm… Justin, do you know when it would be safe to go back to my hotel room?” Her question puzzled him. She saw his forehead wrinkle from her question. “I wanted to get my things there,” she stammered.

“I’ve already asked somebody to do that. You no longer need to go back there.”

“Alright.”

“Go back to rest. Your body must still feel weak.” He raised the blanket to her chest and tucked her in. He gave her a quick peck on the forehead.

‘I’ll just make a few calls. Please go to sleep.”

Serene nodded and closed her eyes. Indeed, she felt her body weak. Her breathing still felt a little labored and her throat itchy.

It was already morning when Serene opened her eyes.

“You’re awake,” Justin beamed at her. He already changed to a new set of clothes and has tidied up his appearance. Although there were dark circles under his eyes, he still looked attractive.

“Hi.” She returned his smile.

“Shen…” Serene looked towards the direction of the sound and saw Bryan sitting on the couch intended for visitors, beside him was Chester. “How do you feel?”

“Better.” She politely answered.

“That’s good.” He smiled at her.

The room’s door opened and her attending physician came in. He quickly surveyed her chart, then approached her bed.

“How are you feeling today, Ms. Ellis? Do you still have difficulty breathing?”

“I’m much better, Doc. I can breathe normally now.”