Nicholas stood frozen in place. His mind was buzzing.

It wasn't until the nurse called out to him that he took slow, heavy steps toward the ward.

Natalie appeared frail and gaunt as she leaned against the bed. Her eyes widened with panic, mirroring a startled deer, as she tightly held Alyssa's hand.

Standing by the window, Alyssa gently stroked Natalie's back. She whispered soothing words to help calm her emotions. Nicholas watched dumbfoundedly at the door.

so well? And under

kept askingwhere your husband was just now, right? He's here now." Alyssa's voice was extremely soothing. Natalie stared blankly at Nicholas' face for a moment before parting her lips sluggishly. "Nic... you're here. Have you eaten?" Nicholas' eyes brimmed with profound love as he gazed deeply at Natalie. He then glanced in amazement

the illness taking its toll, as long as there's love between you two, she'll never forget you." These simple words deeply moved Nicholas. His voice turned hoarse with emotion. "Thank you for saving my wife, Ms. Alyssa." "It was nothing." Alyssa smiled faintly, but her gaze grew deeper. "Chief Novak, could I have a word with you privately?" The touch of gratitude Nicholas felt moments ago

Sean, looking concerned, immediately approached. "Ms. Alyssa..." "I need to talk to Chief Novak alone Sean, you stay by the door and watch over Mrs. Novak. If anythappens, tell us at once," Alyssa instructed

the sun-drenched rooftop, the early winter

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