Ivan’s POV.

The hospital hallway felt silent in the night. My footsteps echoed against the wall as I made my way to the elevator. A few steps away the door slid open and I locked eyes with a familiar figure. It was Betty leaning against an IV stand stripped to her.

Her eyes sparkled once she saw me. She stepped out of the elevator beaming. That smile eased the knot in my chest but I was still worried..

She wasn't allowed to get out of bed and was barely awake these days. What was she ...