Chapter Eighty Three: Everything Is A Total Mess

Ciara's POV

It seemed as though everyone was either oblivious or simply didn't care. Even as I sprinted outside, still dressed in my hospital gown, no one bothered to stop me or ask what was wrong. My mind raced, heart pounding as I glanced back over my shoulder, ensuring no one was following.

In my haste, I collided with Dante—just like the first day we had met. How could I be so clumsy, always bumping into strangers? But Dante wasn't thinking about that. In fact, he seemed both happy and confused at the same time.

He glanced over my shoulder, scanning the area for any signs of danger. "What's going on, Ciara? Why are you running like this?"

I struggled to catch my breath, my voice uneven as I responded, "Nothing. I just... I don't want to be here anymore. I'm fine now, and I need to leave."

His eyes narrowed with curiosity. He had a flood of questions on the tip of his tongue but managed only to ask, "Where's Vulcan?"