Chapter 12 - Military Precision Arrives At The Hospital
The heavy oak doors of the hospital suite pushed open, revealing a tall, imposing man in a sharp civilian suit.
Uncle Marcus scanned the room with his piercing blue eyes, instantly locking onto Clara and me sitting on the stretchers.
Without saying a word, the seasoned military surgeon crossed the room in three strides and pulled us both into a fierce, protective embrace.
“I am so sorry I didn't come sooner... I should never have let your mother cut off contact,” Marcus whispered, his voice trembling with emotion.
“You’re here now, Uncle Marcus, and that’s all that matters,” I sobbed into his broad shoulder, feeling completely safe for the first time.
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Marcus turned toward Detective Vance, extending a firm hand in silent gratitude for protecting his brother’s daughters.
“I’ve already mobilized our family legal team; Edward Vance will never see the light of day again,” Marcus promised coldly.
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