It was fortunate that the call came just in time.. If Skyler had called half an hour later, Veronica would have arrived at the west zone research center. After an hour and thirty minutes, she arrived at the river bay at Roch River and drove the Jeep slowly along the river but did not see any signs of them.
She drove for another ten minutes before finally spotting the two men not far away. Parking the car by the road, she pushed the door open and alighted but lost her balance and fell to the ground. When Matthew saw that, he dashed over and reflexively kneeled on one knee before picking up the woman on the ground. “Roni!”
Feeling his tight embrace, Veronica reciprocated while snuggling into his chest. She could feel his body warmth and sniffed his scent, making everything feel so real.
“Did you know…. I-I thought I would never see you again and that you would forget about me.” Her voice sounded choked and had a trace of determination. He ran his fingers through her hair. “You’re my wife. How could I possibly forget you-”
He had not finished speaking before she added, “But I’m more afraid… Afraid that I would never see you again.” As she said that, tears began pouring down her face like rain while she leaned into Matthew’s arms.
He patted her back while looking at the wrecked Jeep and feeling his heart sink. He then pushed Veronica away and cupped her. cheeks. Wounds shrouded her forehead, cheeks, chin, shoulders, and legs. One could say that she was covered in injuries. “How did you get injured?” From the moment he saw her, his furrowed eyebrows had never relaxed.
“I’m fine. They’re minor injuries.” She shook her head. Matthew helped Veronica to her feet, and when she attempted to get up, she found her whole body sore with prickling pain everywhere. Looking at her body, she discovered that blood had stained her khaki attire, and the area at her knees had torn. She had no idea how her clothes got ripped and had just realized she was aching everywhere.
In the meantime, Matthew’s eyes slowly reddened while his face filled with distress and gentleness. She was the person he held dear to him, but now that he saw her in such a state, he felt more hatred than heartbreak.
On the other hand, Skyler watched the scene, feeling immensely touched. Since he met Veronica, she had been giving him surprise. after surprise. He could not describe how much respect he harbored for her when he saw how she drove the wrecked Jeep as quickly as she could despite her injuries.
He thought about complimenting Veronica but could not bring himself to break the affectionate atmosphere between the couple, so he could only stand by the side and watch. Suddenly, he began to miss Shirley. He had called her when they arrived ashore, but it did not go through. I wonder how Shir is doing at this moment.
A while later, several cars arrived, and Matthew carried Veronica onto one of them while Skyler got in the passenger seat and began their journey home. During the journey, Matthew positioned her on his lap, rendering her a little shy. “Let me down.”
While speaking, she peeked at Skyler and the driver from the corner of her eye. Skyler laughed. “Jeez. It’s not like I haven’t seen you guys acting all lovey-dovey. Do you think I’d mind it now?”
“Skyler’s right. While embracing Veronica, Matthew pulled her head to rest on his shoulder. “Lean here and take a rest.” “Okay.” Since she was exhausted, she leaned on his shoulder and soon fell asleep.
At first, Matthew thought Veronica was fast asleep because she did not have much rest last night. Yet, upon arriving at One Piece: Restaurant, he discovered that she was not dozing but unconscious. He patted her cheeks. while calling her, ‘Roni? Roni? Wake up.”
Several shouts later, she remained unresponsive, so he immediately ordered the driver, “Head to the hospital. Quick!” “Yes, Boss.” The driver immediately rushed toward the East Street Hospital.
