Chapter 17

Ava's POV

I changed into a tank top and sweatpants when I heard my phone ringing. When I picked up my phone, I noticed an unfamiliar number. I replied after hearing Emily on the other end of the line.

"Ava, dear," she said, terrified.

I became concerned; had Andrew left again? Was Dalia all right? "Is everything all right, Emily?" I inquired.

"No, Ms. Jayson is hospitalized." Emily stated

"Oh my God, is she all right? What happened?" I asked.

"It's fine right now, but Andrew isn't answering his phone, and someone needs to keep an eye on Dalia." She responded

"Of course, I'll be right over; where are you?" I inquired.

"Lexon Hill Hospital," she explained.

"All right, I'll be right over there; everything will be fine." Assuring her, I said.

I hung up the phone and changed into jeans and a sweatshirt. I flagged down a taxi and waited impatiently for us to arrive at the hospital. I threw some bills at the driver and dashed into