Chapter 8 - Eleanor Is Rushed To The Hospital In Critical Condition
Outside the mansion, the emergency ambulance roared to life, its emergency flashers cutting through the dark New York night.
Paramedics loaded Eleanor’s gurney into the back, administering continuous intravenous antidotes to combat the synthetic toxin.
Maya climbed into the ambulance passenger seat at the paramedics' urgent request, holding Eleanor’s frail, cold hand.
“Keep fighting, Mrs. Vance... you are going to survive this,” Maya whispered softly, tears pooling in her eyes.
The vehicle sped away toward New York Presbyterian Hospital, escorted by a police cruiser with sirens blazing.
Inside the grand ballroom, remaining guests were instructed by detectives to remain seated for formal questioning.
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