The Aftermath

Chloe never saw the strike coming. She did not even attempt to dodge.

*Thud!*

The heavy glass slammed squarely into her forehead. A stunned, breathless silence fell over the hospital room as dark blood instantly pooled, trailing down Chloe's pale face. Her eyes rolled back, and she collapsed into a heap on the cold floor.

"Chloe!" Vivian screamed. Panic overrode her common sense. She forgot abo