Chapter 21 Brother ! Emmas terrified cry echoed in the stairwell . She ran up holding an unconscious Eva , sobbing . Brother , Eva just collapsed ! Stay calm , Lucas told himself , his mind blank as he watched Emma fall to her knees with Evas flushed , unconscious form . Stay calm . Issac had lingered nearby . Hearing Emmas cry , he quickly knelt to examine Evas reddened face . Emma ? Dont cry ! This is a hospital lets get her to Emergency ! Emma , Lucas lifted Evas shirt , revealing angry red hives . Did she eat anything just now ? Lucass sister had allergies , but Eva had never shown any reactions , so he and Evelyn hadnt been overly concerned . Wiping her tears , Emma recalled quickly : She wouldnt eat candy , so I bought her a sandwich … it had peanut butter ! Without hesitation , Issac scooped up Eva . When Lucas reached for her , Issac gave him a cold look . Someone needs to stay for Evelyn . I wont harm her child . Let me take her ! Lucas knew he was right . Eva needed immediate care , and Evelyn had just been declared critical … He clenched his jaw , watching Issac and Emma rush away with Eva , then slammed his fist into the wall . Blood trickled from his knuckles as he let out an anguished cry . Issac had been unwell since arriving at the hospital . He felt his bodys heat draining rapidly , the light form in his arms so small and soft Evelyns child . Her precious , beloved child . So when his ankle gave way on the stairs , he instinctively clutched Eva close , using his arms and back to shield her from the sharp edges . Emma watched in horror as he stumbled . Issac forced himself up , quickly checking Evas condition . Hernandez , let me carry her ! Im fine , he gritted through the searing pain in his ankle , rushing toward Emergency . The doctors quickly diagnosed Evas allergic reaction , administering epinephrine and chlorpheniramine . 19:30 Its Too Late for Your Expired Regrets 14.8 % Chapter 21 The frightening hives began to subside . Emma couldnt stop crying , blaming herself . She loved Eva and never imagined something would go wrong under her watch . Issac finally relaxed , though his ankle throbbed mercilessly . Even the slightest movement brought cold sweat to his brow . He let Emma hold Eva and closed his eyes . His fever was consuming his consciousness . Hearing Emmas soft sobs , he murmured , Stop crying Emma . Its not your fault . Emma sniffled , wiping Evas sweaty face , If I hadnt bought that sandwich … Nobody knew about her peanut allergy . Finding out in a hospital was actually fortunate . Well avoid these foods from now on . His logic made sense . Emma nodded , finally noticing Issacs feverish flush and cracked lips . Hernandez , are you alright ? Im fine , he frowned through the pain , barely able to think . Im thirsty . Could you get me some water , Eve- He was clearly about to say Evelyn . Emma thought to herself that while Mr. Hernandez seemed to know Evelyn was alive , did he know Eva was his daughter ? Perhaps there would never be a better moment to ask . Her heart racing , Emma carefully adjusted Eva in her arms while passing Issac a cup of water . The drink seemed to revive him slightly , though his posture remained strained . After a long moment of internal debate , Emma ventured softly : Mr. Hernandez … about you and Evelyn … Issacs eyes grew distant , unfocused . Finally , he spoke , his voice barely above a whisper . She was everything to me . Emma felt her chest tighten . Issac had proven himself to be not just a good boss , but a genuinely caring person . She couldnt fathom why Evelyn would let him believe she was dead for three years . Marcus had told her about Issacs regular psychiatric appointments , how deeply this had affected him . Was there some kind of misunderstanding ? Emma asked gently . If there is , maybe talking it through … I mean , you still love her , dont you ? 15.1 % Chapter 21 Yes . Maybe it was the fever breaking down his walls , or the pain making him vulnerable , but something made Issac want to talk . Emmas earnest concern reminded him of Evelyns way of looking at him , years ago . I love her , he said , his voice raw with emotion . I loved her eight years ago , three years ago , and I love her still and it will last forever . ) ( 0 ) ( 0 ) 15.3 % Chapter 22 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!