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.

doctor mode, "during the operation, your sister lost a

had to perform two full transfusions. She'll be in the recovery room for close observation. The first 78 hours

be with her constantly to

you expect from

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

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

chill about it actually made us both feel a little

Prof. Neumann. We really appreciate it,"

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

of herself standing beside Nate. It was

help Pro Neumann get some rest? We'll head to the recovery room and

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

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with post-op care."

lightly. "Go on, get back

to leave, she shot me

Hayden and me left, we glanced at

us, and only the two of us really understood how exhausting

Finally, we could breathe.

here," I said,