Chapter 253 Bad News Charlotte tightened her grip on the steering wheel , her breath slow and shallow as nerves gripped her .
The phone kept ringing , and each passing second made her more anxious .
Just as she was about to give up , the call finally connected .
Hello ? a man answered , his voice clear and smooth , not the elderly , frail tone she had been expecting .
Charlotte froze , her heart skipping a beat .
Who is this ? 1/4 Is this Charlotte ? The voice was warm , tinged with a touch of amusement .
Its Pete Helberg .
Do you remember me ? There was something about that voice that felt familiar .
And as soon as he said his name , she remembered .
Its you ! Pete chuckled softly .
Yeah , its me .
Its been ages .
Didnt think youd still remember me .
Charlotte felt a wave of unease .
How do you have my grandmas phone ? Wheres she ? Petes tone turned serious .
Charlotte , how long has it been since youve seen Ava ? Chapfer 253 Bad News 2/4 Her stomach dropped .
What do you mean ? Whats happened ? Pete only let out a soft sigh .
Just tell me ! What happened to her ? Charlottes grip on the steering wheel tightened , and she tried to calm herself , forcing back the rising panic .
She went up into the mountains to pick flowers for powder , but she slipped and fell .
Shes in the hospital now .
Charlottes eyes blurred with tears .
I … Im on my way .
Ill be there right now .
Guilt washed over her in waves .
She hadnt visited Ava in ages , too afraid of being scolded for not going .
She quickly set the phone on speaker and placed it on the passenger seat as she started the car .
Petes voice came through again , steady and reassuring .
Okay .
This is your number , right ? Ill send you the location .
Ill be there soon .
She tried to steady her voice , but the tightness in her chest made it hard to focus .
She was already on her way to the airport .
Ava lived in a small town in a neighboring city .
The quickest way to get there was by plane .
Chapfer 253 Bad News 3/4 Charlotte bought the first available flight , feeling her heart race with anxiety .
Dont worry too much .
Pete reassured her .
Avas in good spirits .
Even in a wheelchair , she still makes the rounds , chatting with everyone .
You wouldnt know it , but shes probably been more active than some of the nurses ! He said this with a light tone , hoping to calm Charlottes nerves .
Charlotte let out a small , forced laugh .
Yeah , Grandmas always been strong .
She doesnt let anything slow her down .
Since Charlottes grandfather passed away , Ava had been living alone .
Camille never bothered to visit , and Avas youngest daughter was always overseas , returning only once in a while .
Charlotte had spent the most time with Ava yet still somehow let her down the most .
Petes voice softened , his words almost casual .
So , I guess lifes been pretty good for you , huh ? Married the man you wanted , had a kid … everythings perfect , right ? Charlottes throat tightened .

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The bitterness in her chest seemed to creep up .
She gripped the wheel harder , trying to keep her composure .
Ill be at the airport soon .
Lets talk when I get there .
Alright .
Thank you for looking out for my grandma , she said , her voice Chapter 253 Bad News sincere .
Pete replied , his tone gentle .
No need to thank me .
Ava is always been kind to me .
Im just returning the favor .
4/4 After Charlotte hung up , her nerves were on edge .
She still had to wait at the airport , and just as she was about to board the plane , her phone buzzed again .
It was Arthur .
She glanced at the screen and instantly rejected the call .
The Hardwick family had just released a statement about finding their biological daughter , and the news spread fast .
As soon as Grace heard , she immediately informed Arthur .
Without hesitation , he called Charlotte .
But , just like that , she hung up on him .
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