Xavier's POV
“Where—where is she?” As soon as I stepped out of the car, I rushed toward Emily, who stood near the fountain in front of the hospital building.
“Getting the treatment,” she replied softly, avoiding my gaze.
The anger coursing through me was uncontrollable. Without thinking, I slapped her hard across the face. “What the hell were you thinking when running away from the house?” I yelled at her.
A force I can’t describe was consuming me, driving me to the brink of madness. Just the thought of Ashlyn lying hurt and vulnerable inside that hospital had shattered me.
Hand pressed on her cheek, Emily stared at me with tearful eyes. However, it no longer had any effect on me.
“Don't give me that look—” I glared, stepping closer, but Evan rushed over and blocked me.
“This is al
