Chapter 3 Evelyn stood alone in the lake , a profound desolation washing over her . She searched through the night , bent over in the freezing water , until she finally found the bracelet By dawn , she could barely stand , her body purple from the cold . Still , she rushed to the Hernandez Industries building , the bracelet clutched in her trembling hands . Summer was waiting in his office . She took one look at the bracelet and sneered . Its filthy . I dont want it anymore . With that , she snapped the chain and tossed it in the trash . Issac barely glanced up . If you dont like it , Ill buy you a new one . Youre too good to me , Summer smiled radiantly . Evelyn slipped out , soaked and shivering . The executive floor staff barely reacted theyd seen her endure worse over the years . None of them understood why she stayed . She didnt even take a sick day , just swallowed some cold medicine and accompanied Issac on his site inspections . By evening , Summer arrived to take Issac to dinner . Join us , Evelyn , she invited with false warmth . The reason for the invitation became clear when the food arrived every dish was extremely spicy , except for a mango dessert . Summer knew Evelyn was severely allergic to mango . There was a time when Issac would carefully pick out even the smallest chili pepper from Evelyns food . Now , he seemed to have forgotten . He focused entirely on Summer , pouring her water , serving her food , never once glancing at Evelyn . Why arent you eating , Evelyn ? Summer asked with feigned concern . Issac looked up , his eyes cold . If youre not going to eat , why are you here ? 19:27 Its Too Late for Your Expired Regrets ) 1.5 % Chapter 3 Evelyn forced herself to pick up her chopsticks and take a bite of the spicy chicken . After dinner , Issac left with Summer . Alone in her apartment , Evelyn broke into a cold sweat , her stomach churning with excruciating pain from the spicy food . She lay motionless on her bed , the pain too intense for tears . Every torment shed endured these years was penance for Sophias death . Each moment of suffering lightened the crushing weight of guilt , if only slightly . Even as consciousness slipped away , a resigned smile crossed her lips . Days passed . Her condition deteriorated rapidly the lack of treatment combined with frequent drinking had accelerated the cancers progression . Still , she only took basic painkillers to get through each day . That weekend , Evelyn lay on her couch , the pain so severe she could barely move . Then Issac called . Summer wants the lobster roll from Sullivans . Go get her some . As his assistant , she never truly had days off . When he needed something , she had to deliver . But today , the pain was unbearable . Could James handle it today ? Im … When did I give you the option to refuse ? His icy voice cut through her protest . Her breath caught in her throat . Either get it done , or clean out your desk for good . The line went dead . Forcing herself up , Evelyn stumbled out the door . Sullivans was in an exclusive part of town , famous for their fresh lobster rolls that people would wait hours for . After queuing for three hours , she finally got Summers order . But when she arrived at Issacs place , Summers face darkened at the sight of the package . 19:27 Its Too Late for Your Expired Regrets 1.7 % Chapter 3 Who told you to add extra mayonnaise ? Through labored breathing , Evelyn managed , I thought you liked it that way ? Summer dumped the entire sandwich in the trash . Not anymore . Get another order , Issac commanded , his voice flat . When Evelyn returned with the second order , Summer complained about the seasoning . Issac , seemingly blind to Summers deliberate torment , simply said , Get another . This cruel cycle repeated several times . On her final trip back , night had fallen . The winter wind cut through her thin coat as she clutched the latest order from Sullivans . Evelyn could barely stand , the pain in her stomach overwhelming , making each step uncertain . The world swayed around her as she crossed the street , the package trembling in her hands . In her dazed state , she didnt see the delivery van coming . A horn blared- The vehicle slammed into her ! The impact sent her rolling across the cold pavement . Blood erupted from her mouth as her body absorbed the shock . The scent of fresh seafood mingled with the metallic taste of blood . Her vision scattered like static . Was this finally it ? Could she at last go see Sophia ? A tear of relief slid down her cheek before everything went black . Marys Hospital , Dr. Lucas Reed froze when he saw Evelyn being rushed into the ER . Evelyn ! Evelyn ! She remained unresponsive , blood continuously flowing from her mouth . The chief surgeon looked alarmed . Internal bleeding ? for Your Emired Regrets 1.9 % Chapter 3 She has stomach cancer ! Lucass voice cracked with fear , The medical teams expressions changed instantly as they rushed her into surgery . Hours later , theyd managed to stop the external bleeding , but her vitals were rapidly declining , The monitors showed critical readings across all major systems , Whats happening to her ? Lucas demanded frantically , The senior surgeon shook his head . Terminal stomach cancer her body was already weak . The trauma has triggered multiple organ failure . On the bed , unconscious and bleeding , Evelyn kept murmuring one name through cracked lips . Issac … Issac … As her life seemed to slip away , Lucas gripped her hand , his voice breaking . Hold on , Eve . Please hold on . Ill get him here . Just wait a little longer . Please wait . With trembling hands , he took out her phone and called Issac . Evelyn , how does it take this long to pick up a simple order ? Issacs cold voice answered . Its Lucas Reed . Silence fell . Then , Why do you have her phone ? Looking at the flatling heart monitor , Lucass voice shook as he delivered each word : Come to St. Marys Hospital . Say goodbye to Evelyn while you still can . ♡ ( 0 ) ( 0 ) Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!