Chapter 5

Seeing that Emily was ignoring him, Ryan continued, "She put her own life on the line to save you from that thug. She's still fighting for her life in the ICU.

"Emily, I know I screwed up between us, and I'm sorry. But Olivia is innocent, and she risked everything to save you. You can't stand by and do nothing this time."

"Let her die?" Emily shot back, her voice lifted in disbelief.

She couldn't help but echo the word, obvious sarcasm and skepticism coloring her tone.

"The doctors said her kidneys are damaged. She needs a transplant. And..." Ryan…