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As I did, I caught a glimpse of Retta. Her face was tight with jealousy, fists clenched at her sides. The envy was written all over her, and it made my chest tighten.

Before I could think, I said, "Prof. Roane."

Retta snapped out of her daze. She looked at me, her voice icy, almost robotic. "The patient will be moved to recovery in thirty minutes."

Then she turned and walked away, frustration practically radiating off her.

I nudged Hayden and whispered, "She's jealous."

Relieved about Yuna, Hayden squeezed my hand. "Yeah, Prof. Neumann handled that perfectly."

Wait, what?

I blinked, looking between Nate, still wrapped around Lena, and Hayden, who just nodded like he e was in on something.

It hit me then-Nate's little PDA wasn't just about loving on Lena. It was a clear message to Retta, who clearly had a thing for him, setting boundaries. And at the same time, it reassured Lena where she stood. Hayden didn't need to spell it out, guys just get each other in ways we sometimes miss.

"Mr. Hart," Nate began, shifting back into full doctor mode, "during the operation, your sister lost a lot of blood.

two full transfusions. She'll be in the recovery room for close observation. The first

will be with her constantly to address anything that

you expect from someone who knows their

still had our

worry-we're ready for anything." Nate said, so calm

chill about it

you, Prof. Neumann. We really appreciate it," Hayden

turned slightly, catching Lena's eye with a soft smile. "You're Lena's friends. No

suddenly this quiet, gentle version of herself standing beside Nate.

why don't you help Pro Neumann get some rest? We'll head to the recovery room

He doesn't get to rest. The real work

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with post-op care."

on, get back to it. We'll catch up

turned to leave, she shot me a

just Hayden and me left, we glanced at the OR, then

of anxious waiting had drained us, and only the two of us really

Finally, we could breathe.

said,

with Lena. His hug was warm and intense, like he was letting go of all the tension from the past six hours. He pressed

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