From Squalor To Splendor

Chapter 15

Justin was sweating profusely as if he were standing in the hot sun, but he wasn't. The entire situation was making him sweat because he was caught between a rock and a hard place.

As soon as Mrs. Lorelei hung up the phone, he looked at his small phone, unsure what to do. It was a difficult decision to make. He either accepts Isabella back or refuses, which might lead to loss of life.

Just as Justin attempted to call her back, her text message came in. Justin scanned through the message and saw the hospital address Isabella was rushed to.

“Gosh,” Justin exhaled angrily, burying his face in his palms, unsure what to do.

“Big bro,” a voice finally called for his attention as someone tapped his shoulder from behind, prompting him to turn around.

His gaze was drawn to Ariana, who appeared perplexed as if someone had made her angry before she approached him.

“What's wrong? Why are you here alone? And why the sad face?” she asked numerous questions within one breath.

With a false smile, J