Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

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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.

mode, "during the operation, your sister

room for close observation. The

will be with her constantly to address anything

the kind of professionalism you expect from someone who

still had our stomachs in knots. "What if rejection

got a detailed plan in place. Don't worry-we're ready for anything." Nate

and seeing him so chill about it

you, Prof. Neumann. We really appreciate it," Hayden said again, full

eye with a soft smile. "You're Lena's friends. No need to be so

bold and fiery with me, was suddenly this quiet, gentle version of herself standing beside Nate. It was wild how love could make even

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

something softer about it. He

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with post-op care."

at Nate and nudged him lightly. "Go on, get

gave a small nod, and as Lena turned to leave,

me left, we glanced at the

anxious waiting had drained us, and only the two of us really understood how exhausting it had

Finally, we could breathe.

I said,