Chapter 27

When Margaret woke up in the hospital room, she couldn't quite explain why she had fainted. "Margie, you're on a glucose drip right now. The doctor said it was low blood sugar. Once you're done, you can come with me to see Lester," Stella said gently, standing by her bedside with a breakfast in hand. Lester and Margaret had grown up together. They were childhood friends who naturally became lovers as they got older. To Stella, Margaret was like her own daughter. Seeing her collapse in the hallway had given everyone a scare. Luckily, a doctor had been nearby. They rushed over as soon as she fainted. Once they learned it was just low blood sugar and emotional stress, the Hamiltons finally let out a breath of relief. "Mrs. Hamilton, Lester…" Seeing the tears well up in Margaret's eyes and hearing the tremble in her voice, Stella felt her own throat tighten as well. "It's okay, Margie. He's going to be alright. Just focus on finishing the drip and eating something. Then, we'll go see