Chapter 270

Sebastian hadn't even made it to Selena's tenth birthday. His lips moved, mouthing the words "happy birthday", but no sound came out. The world around him started to fade. His sight, sound, breath, thought—everything was slipping away. And in the end, one last thought cut through the darkness. He might never get the chance to wish Valeria a happy New Year again. … Kayla finally pulled up at the office, but Zion had already left. At that hour, she picked up Valeria so they could head over to the school and get Selena. While waiting at a red light, Kayla noticed Valeria pressing a hand against her chest, her breathing uneven, and her face a little pale. "What's wrong?" she asked. "I don't know. I felt off suddenly… but I'm fine now," came Valeria's reply. "Are you sure you don't want to stop by the hospital?" Kayla pressed, worry in her voice. "No need," Valeria replied, though she found it strange that she was now fine. … Later that night, after dinner, they got home. Selena