Olivia's complexion was ashen, with no recourse but to implore Ryan at this point.

She couldn't bear to witness Sebastian's demise. A year ago, it was Sebastian who, at great risk to his own life, donated half of his kidney to her father.

Though her father ultimately didn't make it, Sebastian's health suffered greatly from the partial donation. Otherwise, he might not have found himself teetering on the brink of death following a recent, seemingly nonfatal car accident just a few days prior.

Her voice trembled violently. " I understand your disdain for me. I am unworthy. But for the sake of our past camaraderie, could you lend me one...