The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella) novel Chapter 2037

"It hurts." Serena's voice came out through clenched teeth, the pain so intense it was nearly unbearable, "Martin, it hurts so much."

"Don't be afraid. I'm here." Martin quickly took her hands, and raised his gaze to Dr. Leona, "What's going on? Why is she in so much pain all of a sudden?"

"Sir, the report shows that her levels are way off the charts. I can't be sure what's causing it. I recommend taking her to the hospital for a comprehensive evaluation."

Seeing tears streaming down Serena's face as she writhed in pain, Martin didn't hesitate. He scooped her up in his arms, "Get the car ready. We're heading to the hospital."

On the way, Serena coughed up blood, shocking Martin to his core. He shouted at the driver to step on it.

They reached Hope Hospital in no time, with Martin sprinting towards the emergency room, carrying Serena in his arms.

Serena had gone into a coma; as the ER doctors took one look at her, they had her rushed into the ICU.

There were various medical instruments inside, which could constantly monitor vital signs to tell each parameter symbolized normality or not. Martin stepped back, utterly perplexed till now about what had happened.

He had only just fed Serena dinner and taken her for a walk along the estate's garden paths. How could she have fallen so ill, vomiting blood no less? Could the food have been tampered with?

With this troubling thought, Martin called his staff, ordering a thorough inspection of the evening's ingredients. He also commanded all servants to remain on the premises. If someone had poisoned Serena, they wouldn't get away with it.

Martin sat outside the ICU, his mind dragging him back to the night he had brought Serena home from the Collins family. She had been in critical condition then too, and he had spent an agonizing night on a bench, just like this.