"No," Nina said firmly.

Nash's expression changed, and he added coldly, "Soon to be ex-wife!"

The doctor was momentarily taken aback by their responses but quickly continued, "The patient has a mild concussion and a fractured hand. She will recover with some rest. There's no need to worry too much."

Nina was relieved and immediately said, "Thank you, doctor."

"You're welcome."

They followed Zoe as she was taken to her room.

Nina noticed that Zoe's lips were dry, so she quickly got some warm water and used a cotton swab to moisten them.

Nash stayed by her side. No one else was in the room to avoid disturbing the patient's rest.

Nina could not relax, so she sat across from Zoe, keeping vigil. As she watched over her, she grew tired and dozed off, slumping over in sleep.

She was jolted awake by a nightmare, finding herself in a dark, confined space. These dreams plagued her often, leaving her feeling unsettled. When she awoke, she realized she was covered with a jacket. It was still warm and carried a familiar scent. She knew it belonged to Nash.

However, he was nowhere to be seen.

the jacket, Nina hesitated for a long moment before putting it aside. She could not afford to lower her guard just because of one act of kindness

did for her, he could do for anyone else. It was

yet, so Nina decided to buy some daily necessities before she did. She

sitting there waiting.

"Scott," Nina called.

Scott turned, "You're out."

Why didn't you go back?" Nina thought

I went back, I should say goodbye to you

accidentally fell asleep. You must

"It's no problem, really."

Zoe wakes up, so you don't have to worry,"

softly, walking

downstairs together, and Nina saw Scott

ik

need anything. I'll come by to see Aunt Zoe tomorrow. You should

just being

nodded, "I will. You should get some

at her and

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