Chapter 99

“Daisy,” Hazel called excitedly as she stepped into the ward.

“You can go to school now,” she announced with enthusiasm. “The nurses just told me the hospital management has a new school.” Hazel had overheard excited conversations about it when she returned from work. A school within the hospital was a welcomed development, especially given Cleveland’s high percentage of inpatient children.

Daisy, however, only nodded and continued playing with her dolls. Hazel was taken aback by her uninterested demeanor. She had expected Daisy to be thrilled, to inquire about the details eagerly. Hazel had imagined her daughter’s eyes lighting up with joy as she rushed to share the news with her. Instead, Daisy’s reaction was unexpectedly’cool, leaving Hazel puzzled by the subdued response.

Unbeknownst to Hazel, her daughter was already well–acquainted with the news of the school. In fact, it was Daisy who had actively participated to the project, she had known from onset. She was also involved in the renovations, from selecting what paint colors to be used to adding her handprints to the mural. So the news about the school wasn’t a surprise to Daisy; it carried her creation, her artistic touch adorned various corners of the space. Hazel, however, remained blissfully unaware of Daisy’s involvement.

Hazel studied her daughter, curiosity etched on her face as she pondered the peculiar expression on Daisy’s face. Despite Hazel’s enthusiastic announcement about the new school, Daisy’s response was noticeably bored. A wave of relief washed over Hazel, however, as she noted that Daisy hadn’t brought up Ethan in recent times. Even Liam, who tended to express his discontent more openly, appeared content and hadn’t been whining as usual. Little did Hazel know that her children were rendezvousing and meeting with Ethan himself, which explained their satisfaction and apparent lack of yearning for his presence.

“Hey,” Jasmine greeted, a soft laugh escaping her l*ps as she scooped up the puppy. The two of them had seamlessly settled. into a daily routine, commuting to work together and returning home in each other’s company. With Axel consistently by her side, Jasmine found herself less frightened and jumpy than before. His reassuring presence had become a constant in

her life.

One morning, to Jasmine’s surprise, she discovered the adorable puppy securely strapped into the car seat as she settled into. the car. “You’re taking him to work?” she asked, giving the puppy affectionate scratches.

“Yes,” Axel replied with a casual smile.

“How come?” she inquired, a playful chuckle accompanying her question.

Axel merely shrugged lightly.

That day marked the beginning of a routine. The children at the hospital were excited meeting the puppy. And Ethan insisted that Axel bring the puppy along every day.

Soon enough, it became a familiar sight–every morning, Axel, Jasmine, and the puppy embarked on their journey to work, returning home together at night. The trio settled into a comfortable routine.

talks and

encountered Nathan at the entrance of the company. He had observed this routine for some time–the consistent presence of the same man dropping her off and

home with someone,” Nathan

casually, absorbed in her activities, oblivious to the discomfort that flickered

when Axel arrived to pick her up, Nathan found himself right

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a warm smile. Unbeknownst to her, Nathan stood there, still lingering, throwing questioning looks in Axel’s direction. The unspoken

the two men. Axel acknowledged the introduction with a nod; he was familiar with Nathan, having crossed paths briefly before. However, Nathan’s gaze lingered on

silence. She then walked with Axel

way to the car, Axel asked quietly, his watchful eyes glancing

presence. Despite his quiet and reserved nature, she

car’s engine hummed softly as Axel navigated the streets, and Jasmine found solace in the familiar companionship.

you’re quite close with your employer,” Axel observed, noting the dynamic between Jasmine and Nathan. Their relationship transcended the typical boundaries of boss and employee, revealing

I suppose it’s because of how we met,” she added, and with that, they arrived home. Jasmine tenderly brought out the sleeping puppy, exhausted from

deepened. “How did you

replied with a single word, leaving a pause that lingered in the air. Axel found himself momentarily puzzled

questioned,

accompanied by a smile. “His late wife as well. Although I don’t really

Nathan, as Ethan had requested. Axel watched Jasmine walk away, contemplating the inconsistencies. “You coming?” she asked, already standing in the elevator waiting

him. Her bright eyes met his, genuine and open. She truly believed she had met Nathan while at school? Axel blinked, then looked away. Slowly, he acknowledged that he needed to delve deeper into Nathan’s background. Perhaps he had missed crucial details, either that or that

day. Axel had arrived earlier than usual, a deliberate deviation. from his routine

came to talk with you,”

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