Lily stood in the hospital corridor, her heart heavy with the weight of the news she was about to deliver. With trembling fingers, she dialed Francisco's number, her mind racing with apprehension. As the call connected, she wasted no time in getting to the point.

Hazel sat nearby, her own expression tense with worry.

"Master, we have a problem," Lily said as Francisco answered the call.

Francisco's brows furrowed in concern at the seriousness of Lily's tone. "What ...