Chapter 88

Stacey

Gabriel and Aurora quietly approach the hospital bed, the overwhelming scent of disinfectant filling their nostrils. Gabriel’s face is lit up with a wide smile, like a ray of sunshine breaking through dark clouds. He leans down to stroke Aurora’s soft blonde curls as she eagerly reads the paper in his hands. Their eyes briefly meet before turning to Kara, who nods eagerly and her eyes glint with excitement. “What is it, babe?” Aurora purrs, leaning closer to Gabriel.

“We did it,” he says proudly, his voice laced with relief. “She should wake up either later today or tomorrow. She’s going to be okay.” I grab Gemma’s hand tightly, my own hand trembling as I feel her cool, unmoving skin beneath my touch. Aurora pulls Gabriel into a tight embrace, telling him how amazing he is, and he kisses her deeply in response. Kara smirks from across the room before turning to Gabriel and saying playfully, “You owe me £10.” They break apart with laughter, and Gabriel squeezes Aurora’s ass befor