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.

Hart," Nate began, shifting back into full doctor mode, "during the

in the recovery room for close observation. The first 78 hours are

her constantly to address anything that comes up

you expect from

braced ourselves for the risks, Nate's words still had our stomachs

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

the expert, and seeing him so chill about it actually made us

really appreciate it," Hayden

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

me, was suddenly this quiet, gentle version of herself standing

tease. "Lena, why don't you help Pro Neumann get some rest? We'll head

something softer about it. He doesn't get to rest. The real

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with post-op care."

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

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

just Hayden and me left, we glanced at

the two of us

Finally, we could breathe.

here," I said,