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CHAPTER TWENTY-SIX: THE END OF HOPE

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last update Date de publication: 2026-03-18 06:22:10

ALEXA’S POV

I walked into his room and pulled the curtains open.

Sunlight streamed in, falling directly on his face. He stirred slightly, then opened his eyes slowly.

The moment he saw me, he sat up.

“What are you doing here?”

“I just came to check on you,” I replied softly.

He rubbed his face and got out of bed immediately.

“Where are you going?” I asked, following him.

“To the hospital. Where else?”

“At least take a shower or eat something first.”

He let out a dry scoff.

“My mother is my prio
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