CELESTINE's POV

''What happened to you, Celestine?'' As soon as I walked inside the ward, I could clearly make out my mother's concerned voice. My entire body was trembling, and I was sweating tremendously as a result of my nervousness. I was glad he didn't follow me.

I made an effort to put on a fake smile in the hopes that it would dissuade her from becoming worried about me. ''Nothing, mom…'' I responded while panting heavily. ''I had the impression that it was appropriate to use the stairs. I had no idea I could get that worn out in such a short amount of time.''

''There are many elevators...