Jennie, however, turned her head away, refusing to acknowledge Keilani.
Tyrone then said to Keilani, You should go now. Ill stay with her.
But Keilani insisted, I think I should stay. It might be too much for you to handle alone.
Ive already called Karen. Shell be here soon, Tyrone replied, his tone neutral yet firm. Jennie doesnt want you here right now.
Keilani seemed eager to say something as she glanced at Jennie.
Jennie, meanwhile, had her head buried in Tyrones embrace.
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Fine, Keilani said, a bit defeated. Ill head out now. Jennie, expect me tomorrow, okay?
Well, shes gone now. Tyrone looked down and gently rubbed Jennies shoulder.
Only when Jennie was sure Keilani had really gone did she peek out.
She stayed in Tyrones arms, made a face, and asked, Tyrone, am I badly hurt? Am I going to die?
No, youve just got a bruise. Youll get better with some rest,
Tyrone reassured her.
Do I have to stay here the whole time?
Youll be able to go home in a week.
So, I dont have to go to school this week?
I could have your teacher come here, Tyrone teased.
Oh, no! Please dont. Jennie frowned and suddenly looked thoughtful.
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She glanced out of the window and said quietly, Tyrone, was there a camera at the intersection where the incident happened?
Yes, the police have already identified the car that hit you. Why do you ask?
Jennie replied cautiously, When we were crossing the street, it was crowded. The car wasnt going fast, and many people managed to get out of the way. But I was the only victim. Everyone thinks I couldnt react in time because Im young. But the truth is, I could have moved. Someone pushed me, and then I got hit.
Tyrones expression darkened upon hearing her words. Ill have them send the surveillance footage to me immediately.
Okay.
Tyrone pulled out his phone and dialed the police. My daughters awake. She mentioned someone pushed her just before the car hit her. Could you double-check the surveillance for me?
There was a brief pause on the other end. Could she be confused due to her injuries?