Over these past days, Matilda Jenkins' moments with Nathaniel York had been crystal clear to Scarlett Glenn.
Matilda was a carefree young lady, without much delicacy in her thoughts. Her world seemed simple, sometimes to the point of appearing foolish; however... Scarlett could tell that Nathaniel occupied an extremely important place in her heart.
So important, she might not even realize it herself.
But now that Nathaniel had gone, Matilda would either wake up entirely or forever close off her heart.
Either outcome would be very, very bad.
Scarlett suddenly felt afraid, deeply afraid of facing the Matilda who would wake up tomorrow.
The helicopter landed. A car took them to the hospital. After they were set up in the ward, Scarlett didn't allow anyone to examine her because she was well protected, without a wound on her body.
Scarlett first went to see Matilda, who lay there pale-faced, eyes closed, receiving an infusion.
