Gevan’s car drove away from the apartment area at a steady speed, much slower than when he had arrived. His mind was still filled with Sheena’s rejection, that cold stare, and the door that had closed in front of him.

His phone vibrated on the seat beside him.

Claudia’s name appeared on the screen, accompanied by a series of incoming messages.

Gevan frowned, then pulled over briefly and opened the messages.

Claudia: Gevan, Mommy has been taken to the ER.

Claudia: The doctor said her condition is critical.

Claudia: It’s a heart attack. Please come to the hospital quickly.

Gevan’s expression changed instantly.

“What?” he muttered.

Without thinking twice, he...