Page 32 of Retaking the Shot
She blew out a breath. “I don’t know. The ambulance just got to the hospital. Your father and I are already on the road, headed that way.”
“I’ll be right behind you,” I stated before heading back toward the door to tell Kaylee I had to leave.
“Drive careful, sweetie. We’ll call you if we find out any more information.”
“Okay, Mom. See you soon.”
I hung up the phone and took a deep breath, trying to process the news. The music pounded in my ears as I returned to the bar, searching for Kaylee. She was still chatting with Coop, but her eyes widened when she saw me.
“Is everything okay?” she asked.
“No, that was my mom. She said my grandfather had a heart attack,” I replied. “I need to leave. Can you get a ride home?”
Kaylee nodded sympathetically. “Of course. Don’t worry about me. Just go.”
Coop looked at me with concern. “Is there anything I can do to help?”
I shook my head. “No, thanks. I appreciate it, though.”
Leaving them behind at the bar, I hurried outside, hoping I could catch a cab quickly. A second later, someone reached out and grabbed my arm. I spun around and saw Kaylee and Coop.
“I just ordered a car. We’ll drop you off first and then I’ll make sure Kaylee gets home,” Coop stated.
“Are you sure?”
He nodded. “Of course. Let’s get you home.”
I began to pace as we waited together for our ride. “How far away is the car?”
Coop placed a hand on my shoulder as I walked past him. “About two minutes.”
I stopped and took a deep breath. “If anything happens to him …” I let the words trail off because I couldn’t even think of that possibility.
He gave my shoulder a squeeze. “I’m so sorry. I know how much your grandfather means to you.”
Once our ride pulled up and the three of us climbed into the backseat.
My leg bounced up and down causing Coop to glance at me.
“Take a deep breath, Ford,” he said soothingly. “You’ll be on the road in no time.”
I managed a weak smile, appreciating his help. As we drove through the city streets, my mind raced with worry for my grandfather.
Kaylee reached out and squeezed my hand. “Whatever you need, I’m here for you,” she said softly.
“Thanks.” I gave her a small smile.
I jumped out of the vehicle when we pulled up in front of my building. “Thanks you guys,” I called out and shut the door behind me.
“Call me later,” Kaylee shouted from the window.
I waved to them and then ran up the three flights of stairs to my apartment.
Rushing around, I filled a duffel bag with some clothes and toiletries. Once I had everything together, I sent my mom a text.
I’m getting ready to head out. Have you gotten an update?
Instead of my mom sending a message back, my phone rang.
