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As Jerika fell on the floor, Antoine was dumbstruck. It was Martin who rushed towards Jerika and tried to help her. When he realized that something serious was up, he called on emergency number to call out ambulance. By then more staff was there to help Jerika and everyone rushed to hospital and so did Antoine.
Everyone was waiting outside the emergency room where Jerika was being treated. Everyone was evidently worried and there were low whispers. Antoine was standing away from the crowd to avoid their gazes which were accusing him for Jerika’s fallen health. Antoine was not sure why he was there. He just needed to know if everything was alright. He planned to leave once doctor declared Jerika to be okay but doctor was taking his time more than usual. Was it really serious?
Suddenly like time froze and silence prevailed except a loud knocking of walking stick on the floor announcing the arrival of Greg Zion. He was not seen by everyone in person but everyone kne
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