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It took them over four tense hours to reach the city.

During the ride, Alan called Kellie for updates, then instructed Joel to head straight to the hospital.

As they arrived, Alan swung the car door open before it fully stopped, urgency overtaking caution.

Though his sight wasn't fully stable yet, he pushed the thought aside.

He stormed into the hospital lobby with Joel close behind.

Kellie spotted them and ran over, eyes widening as she noticed something missing-Alan's usual ...