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I frowned in confusion. The distinctive scent was unmistakable-Amber Crest

Restaurant. But Lucas had called a different

establishment during our drive.

"The medical center changed its meal service provider recently," my mother commented, oblivious to my confusion. "The food is

quite good."

I played along, not wanting to worry her. "That's nice. I'm glad they're taking good care of you."

As we ate, I caught Lucas's eye: The slight narrowing of his gaze told me he'd also recognized the distinctive aroma of the

premium venison that could only come from Amber Crest. Only Ethan could have arranged this, a gesture that stirred conflicting

emotions within me.

After dinner, Lucas checked his watch and sighed regretfully. "I'm afraid I have a prior commitment I can't reschedule."

I nodded in understanding. "Go ahead. I'll stay a bit longer with my mother."

He hesitated, clearly reluctant to leave me alone. "I can send a car for you later."

"I'll be fine," I assured him. "Thank you for everything today."

After Lucas left, my mother and I chatted about inconsequential things, both of us grateful for the peaceful moment amidst the

chaos of our lives.

The vibration of my phone interrupted our conversation. Ethan Stone's name flashed on the screen.

I immediately declined the call, my heart racing despite my outward calm. I had believed I could face him calmly after everything

and dote on

was that?" my mother asked, her eyes

forced a smile. "Just an

message: "Answer the

maintained my composure as the

need to

the Emergency Escape Corridor, away from

do you want?" I demanded, my voice tight with barely controlled

your Alpha?" Ethan's deep voice rumbled

being with a conscience behaves?" I countered. "Oh wait,

again," he accused. "Releasing Connor and taking him away. You're

deep breath, I composed

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she asked as I

expression carefully neutral. "Just some work matters

need

stay out too late," she cautioned.

things. "Do you want me to

waved away my concern. "I can manage. I'm not

at her stubborn independence, so like my own. "I'll see you

I left the ward, unaware that

(Evelyn's POV)

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faded down the corridor before throwing back my covers. My legs were unsteady

of pain in my daughter's eyes when that

from me, and I

enough to allow short excursions. Slipping past the

change

Martin Briggs, a taxi driver I'd used several times during my stay

more importantly, discreet.

to Olivia's vehicle pulling out

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