43 – DEREK EXPOSED

“…not in a good condition…”

“…her blood pressure is not stable…”

“…get the oxygen tank…”

“…take both women in for emergency surgery…”

Alex seemed to be in a trance as he watched the paramedics rally around, trying to save Blakely’s life.

They’d arrived at New York almost an hour ago and both women had been taken for surgery. Alex paced the waiting room, about to go out of his skin with worry.

“Sir, you need to eat something, please.” Martins begged for the umpteenth time. “Abuela Zeya cannot be here but she sent you some food. Please eat it.”

Alex shook his head and paced away once more.

“I don’t have any appetite right now, Martins. I need to be sure that Blakely is okay first.”

“But sir…”

“Young master.” A newcomer interrupted.

Alex looked up and raised one questioning brow when he saw Dominic.

“Dominic, aren’t you supposed to be downstairs with the others? Is there a problem?”

He shook his head.

“No, sir. I came here to make sure you’ve had some food and taken some rest. You mus