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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.

full transfusions. She'll be in the recovery room for close observation. The first 78 hours are critical to monitor any signs

nurse will be with her constantly

expect from someone who knows their

we'd braced ourselves for the risks, Nate's words still had our stomachs in knots. "What if rejection happens?"

Don't worry-we're ready for anything." Nate said, so calm and

seeing him so chill about it actually made us both feel

Prof. Neumann. We really appreciate it," Hayden

a soft smile. "You're Lena's friends. No need

herself standing beside Nate. It was wild how love could

help but tease. "Lena, why don't you help Pro Neumann

smiled, but there was something softer about it. He doesn't get to rest.

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with post-op care."

at Nate and nudged him lightly. "Go on, get back to it. We'll catch up

nod, and as Lena turned to leave, she shot me a playful wink before

just Hayden and me left, we glanced

and only the two of us really understood how exhausting it had

Finally, we could breathe.

here," I said,

pulling me into a tight embrace-way more affectionate than Nate had been with Lena. His hug was warm and intense, like he was letting go of all the

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