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Chapter 113: Sacred Grounds

(Lucas's POV)

"She's ready to be discharged," Dr. Marcus Fletcher informed me, his expression professional but relieved. "Her physical recovery is remarkable, though I'd

recommend continued emotional

support."

I nodded, watching Olivia through the glass partition as a nurse helped her gather her few belongings. Even in a hospital gown, her quiet dignity remained intact.

"I'll take care of her," I promised, my voice leaving no room for doubt.

After completing the discharge paperwork, I escorted Olivia to my waiting vehicle. Thomas Griffin stood beside it, opening the door with a respectful nod.

"Are you hungry?" I asked as we settled into the backseat.

Olivia hesitated before nodding slightly. "A little."

"Amber Crest Restaurant," I instructed Thomas. "The private dining area."

The restaurant staff greeted us with discreet efficiency, leading us to a secluded table overlooking a peaceful garden. I ordered a selection of light dishes, watching carefully as Olivia picked at her food.

"Try the venison broth," I encouraged, serving her myself. "It's gentle on the stomach but nourishing."

sip, then another. By the end of the meal, she had eaten

said softly as we

for

car, I turned to her, choosing my words carefully. "Olivia, could I visit

eyes widened

watched her Thanksgiving Moon Ceremony video many times

explained. "She

The little girl's bright smile and thoughtful nature

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me. Her sweetness, her obvious love for her

of her memory.

Olivia admitted, her voice barely audible. "Yesterday, when I..... when I jumped... I wasn't thinking clearly. I'd missed my medication, and the grief just

me."

her fingers together in her lap. "But I can't leave yet. Not until

Sacred Moonlight Cemetery, a peaceful area nestled among ancient trees. We walked in silence to a small grave marked with a

brought - sweet treats, white mourning flowers, fruits, and small

feeling Olivia's gaze on my back.

you."

a silver plush wolf at the base of the stone. "You liked

one? I remember

a respectful distance. I continued my one-sided conversation with Lily, telling her about

She knelt beside me, her fingers gently caressing the photograph

home now," she whispered,

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