Chapter 16

RICARDO' POV

When I got to the hospital, Barone asked me why I hadn't gone home. He said he couldn't rest easy knowing that Manu was in that cold room, alone.

—You need to rest, Ricardo. The next few days will be decisive. It's no use you staying here wearing yourself out. She's going to need you, and she needs to be healthy.

—I lost hope, Lucas. We know she's not going to get out of this.— I threw myself into the chair and buried my head in my hands, rubbing my hair.

—What I do know is that as long as there is life, there is hope. You have to believe it.— He laid a hand on my shoulder, trying to comfort me.

—I'm afraid to get my hopes up.

—I understand you, friend. Go home, eat, rest. Tomorrow you come back stronger to face the challenges ahead. I'm on duty today. Tomorrow, after you arrive, I'll let you know how the night went. Okay?

—Fine, but I