Chapter 31: Healing Renee

Suddenly, Renee hacked and spat out a mouthful of bright blood. The room spun; she collapsed. "Mom!" Lena jolted forward to catch her, but Stefan was quicker. He steadied Renee and gently laid her on the bed. "Mom, are you alright? Oh God, you're coughing blood. Please don't scare me like this. Let's go to the hospital, please!" Panic shattered Lena's composure. She broke down, tears spilling unchecked. Renee gripped her daughter's hand, managing a weak, crooked smile. "Sweetheart, look at...