REED’S POV

The car skidded sharply to the right, tires screeching against the asphalt as I fought to regain control. The steering wheel rendered useless as I tried to pull the brakes but it rendered useless.

How did things end up going the worst way possible? I grabbed hold of Lilith's hand which was becoming cold now, she was still trembling from pain, clutching her chest.

I abandoned the steering wheel completely as I faced her fully, “Lilith—hey, stay with me. Please,” I whisper, ...