The hospital room was thoroughly searched by Zoe, but aside from the bed, the wardrobe, the bathroom, and perhaps behind the curtains, there was nowhere else Cosmo could be hiding.

Every possible hiding spot was meticulously inspected, yet there was no sign of Cosmo, no trace of his presence.

If it weren't for the news article she had seen on Penelope's computer earlier, clearly detailing Christopher being assaulted at the funeral today, Zoe might have begun to doubt her own suspicions.

Christopher remained calm as Zoe stormed into the room and began searching. He didn't panic or attempt to stop her, merely asking, "What are you looking for? If you've...