The doctor emerged from the examination room and addressed Estelle, “The patient is fine; it’s just a viral cold with an upper respiratory infection that caused the fever.”

Estelle breathed a sigh of relief, “Okay, thank you, doctor.”

Jonathan had made a call, and soon, the hospital had arranged a VIP room and the best caregiver for them.

Sophia hadn’t eaten anything in the evening and, weakened by her illness, fell asleep as soon as the IV drip started.

The caregiver watched over Sophia inside, while Estelle and the others waited outside.

Jason said to Estelle, “You and Mr. Lamont should head back. I’ll stay here.”

He had thought it over. Seeing Sophia as his sister, there was nothing wrong with him taking care of her. If Robin was going to break up with Sophia over something so trivial, then he wasn’t worth her trust.

Robin’s behavior today had been a huge letdown.

Estelle turned to Jonathan, “You go back. Jason and I will stay here.”

Jonathan offered a faint smile, “What’s the difference if two or three of us stay? Let’s all stay here tonight.”

expression somber, spoke up, “I appreciate it,

thanks

Sophia’s fever subsided with the IV and she seemed a

room and said to Jason, “I asked the caregiver

this seemed like the only moment when he could watch over her

for a moment before standing up, “Alright, I’ll stay

“Okay,” Estelle nodded.

room, Estelle followed, quietly

hospital bed, sound asleep with

silently watching over her. A bitter sorrow welled up within him, making his

like this, but back then, he had every right to

irony was that the man who had her now didn’t seem to cherish her

too warm, especially at the palm. The heat against his skin failed to warm

treasured so much, he’d guarded his feelings carefully, afraid of burdening her,

but

leaned back on the couch, making Estelle more comfortable in his

rest. With Jason

nestled against his chest, whispered

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