Reversal

"How is Penelope?"

At the mere mention of her name, Timothy's expression soured and his voice was terrifyingly cold. "She was rescued, but she hasn't woken up yet. Her injuries were serious and coupled with the other injuries she had received in prison, all her complications were now acting up and no one knows for sure when she'll wake up."

Penelope had never considered living past that day and wanted to drag Samantha to die together with her.

Samantha's expression turned stiff but she did not speak.

"That's enough. Don't think about it for now," Timothy comforted. "The doctor said you have to rest well and not overexert yourself."

Samantha sniffled and closed her eyes slowly.

…

At the apartment hotel, Harmony picked the phone up when it rang and sneered when she heard the report from the other side. "I didn't expect Samantha to be lucky enough and survive this! Penelope too! I'm surprised she's still breathing."