There was one week left until the end of the cooling-off period.

Aveline had been extremely busy, leaving early and returning late every day, with the two interns following suit.

One afternoon, she received an unexpected call.

"Hello?" she answered, puzzled.

"Is this Miss Young? I'm the caregiver looking after Madam Barbara. Do you have some time now? She said she wants to see you," the caregiver's voice came through.

Aveline frowned slightly, considering Barbara's current condition.

"Does she remember me?" she asked.

The caregiver replied, "You'll know when you get here."

And with that, the line went dead.

Aveline felt a bit suspicious, but she didn't dwell on it too much. She quickly sent a message to Lucas. He didn't respond immediately; he was likely busy.

handed over to the two interns who were eager to learn and

snow had just fallen, and as she stepped onto the snowy ground, a faint crunching sound came with each step, bringing a small sense of joy to her heart. She pulled her scarf tighter around her neck and quickened her pace

you're here. Please come in," the caregiver greeted with

has Madam Barbara

the same-sometimes she's clear-headed, other

nodded and walked in, passing through the small sitting area to the bedroom door. She paused as she saw Barbara propped up in bed, holding a flower crown, her wrinkled face glowing with delight. Aveline felt

of making a

been just as confused but delighted

called

up at her and

wicked

Aveline froze in surprise.

are you keeping my Lucas from being with his wife? How can you be so bad? I ought

lunged forward, attempting to strike

widened,

steady her worried she might fall off the bed. At her age, with her

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