Chapter 168

Before Patricia could respond, Alan's urgent cry echoed from the house, calling for help with Susan. Patricia and Stephano dashed inside to find Susan sprawled on the floor, a pool of blood staining the ground beneath her.

"What happened?" Stephano asked, concern etched into his voice.

"I'm not sure. I heard her scream from the other room and found her like this. I can't move her. We need to get her to the hospital, now," Patricia replied urgently.

"Alan, give me the keys to the Dodge. I'll pull it up to the front door, and we'll load her into the backseat. Stephano, grab some blankets and pillows from upstairs. Alan, stay with Susan," Patricia instructed, her voice steady despite the urgency of the situation.

With everyone swiftly springing into action, they were ready to transfer Susan into the back of the Dodge within moments. Though Alan was eager to assist, his strength faltered. Stephano and Patrici