Better Paradise

Chapter 39

MEGAN

It had been a nerve-wracking experience, waiting anxiously at the hospital for any updates on Miracle's condition. The doctor's arrival provided a glimmer of hope, but his words shattered our fragile optimism. Miracle was still unconscious and far from being stable. The collision had inflicted a severe impact on her, causing her to lose a significant amount of blood. The sight of her lying there, unaware and fighting for her life, was unbearable.

"I feel so helpless, Thy, not knowing what to do if something terrible happens to Miracle. I'm also concerned about how she'll cope when she learns that Chard, her beloved boyfriend, is no longer with us," I confided in Cathy, whose eyes were filled with genuine concern. Throughout our time at the hospital, she had repeatedly asked if I was alright and whether I needed anything to eat.

The hours dragged on, each passing minute increasing our anxiety. The doctor, who had been tirelessly working to revive Miracle, rushed back inside the emergency room due to a sudden turn of events. We were left in a state of panic and confusion, desperately hoping for a miracle.

Meanwhile, Tita attended to the heartbreaking task of arranging Chard's final rites. As she prepared for his wake, the atmosphere was heavy with grief. Our prayers intertwined with tears, as we fervently prayed for Miracle's recovery and her escape from the clutches of death.

Cathy's words of reassurance provided a small glimmer of hope in the midst of our despair. "Miracle will be saved, Megs. You have to trust and believe in her strength. Your sister is a fighter," she said, trying to uplift my spirits and help me find the courage to hold on.

The weight of the situation overwhelmed me, and I couldn't hold back the tears any longer. Sobbing uncontrollably, I felt a mixture of fear, grief, and an overwhelming sense of protectiveness towards my twin sister. The thought of losing her was unbearable, as we had always been each other's pillars of support.

Cathy gently wiped away my tears, her touch offering solace and understanding. "She won't be taken away from you, Megs. She's fighting because she doesn't want to leave any of us. Have faith and trust in her resilience," she whispered, her voice filled with love and encouragement.

Her comforting words gradually brought a sense of calmness over me, and exhaustion finally caught up with me. Unbeknownst to me, I had drifted off to sleep, finding comfort on Niccolo's shoulder. He had been sleeping there for a while, providing a source of strength and stability amidst the chaos. The others had already departed, as their responsibilities called them back to their daily lives.

Meanwhile, Mommy was on her way, determined to reach the hospital as quickly as possible. Miracle held a special place in her heart, as her pregnancy with her had been fraught with risks. While I was born first, Miracle's delivery had encountered complications. She had been unresponsive, leading them to believe she had passed away. But after nearly four hours, she suddenly cried out, shocking everyone in the delivery room. It was a miraculous moment that earned her the name Miracle, a testament to her resilience and strength.

As I awakened from my slumber, Ate Che greeted me with a warm smile, offering a sense of relief in her words. "Megan, Miracle is doing fine. She just needs some rest and time to regain her strength," she informed me, her smile providing a glimmer of hope in my heart. I couldn't help but feel grateful that Miracle was on the path to recovery.

My gaze shifted to Niccolo, still lost in his slumber. I nudged him gently, urging him to wake up. He stirred and mumbled, slowly emerging from his deep sleep. Sensing my urgency, he rubbed his eyes and focused his attention on me.

"Ate, which room is Miracle in?" I inquired, a mix of hope and anxiety evident in my voice. "And where's Cathy? Did she go home?"

"She's upstairs in her room. You should both get up and go see Miracle," Ate Che replied, her voice filled with compassion. "As for Cathy, she went home. She mentioned having something important to take care of."