CHAPTER 67
ALEX’S POV
My father appeared just as Mara was about going. He asked if she wanted to go but she didn't answer. Then he took over, telling her to ignore my mum and reconsider joining us. He told her if she wanted to go, he was fine with it but we could have another dinner.
I searched Mara's eyes, checking if she was going to change her mind, and listened to my father. But I was still staring at her when she stumbled backwards.
I frowned, stepping forward. “Mara?"
Suddenly, her eyes rolled to the back of her head and she tilted, hitting the wall and falling to the ground with a soft thump.
“Mara? Mara, hey—Mara!”
My voice cracked as I hurried to her side. My father followed behind and we both knelt down beside her. My knees hit the floor hard but I didn't even feel th
