Chapter 1020:

The door opened quietly as Breck entered, anxiety still etched in the lines around his eyes.

“Mr. Noel, perhaps you should consider returning home for proper rest? I can maintain vigilance over Ms. Hudson’s condition,” Breck suggested gently.

The unspoken subtext hung heavily between them. Noah’s marital status made an overnight vigil at another woman’s sickbed potentially inappropriate—and scandalous.

Noah kept his gaze downward, his fingers instinctively tightening their protective grip around Sadie’s limp hand.

“That won’t be necessary,” he replied calmly, his tone brooking no contradiction. “You’re dismissed for the evening.” He flicked a meaningful glance.

Noah turned toward Jack, who hovered uncertainly at the threshold, the same moral turmoil evident in his expression. “The same applies to you.”

Breck and Jack shared a moment of silent understanding, mutual resignation reflected in their exchanged glances.

Noah made a decision, attempting to change

they offered respectful nods before

them, creating a sanctuary free from external

full attention to Sadie’s vulnerable form, his fingers entwining with hers in a protective gesture that

Sadie’s lashes fluttered

is where dreams

greeted by the wide expanse of the stark white ceiling.

in a hospital? What happened to her last night? Her

the bed, fast asleep. His profile was just as sharp

Noah?

shock. What was he

thoughts were still a little muddled, so

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