Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

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Lena gave me a quick glance and smiled. "Don't worry, the baby's doing great. I'll check on you again later."

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After leaving my room, Lena headed straight to the director's office. The moment she stepped inside, her breath caught-Nate was sitting on the couch next to Dr. Warren.

But Lena, ever composed, quickly recovered. "Dr. Warren. Professor Neumann."

The formal title hit Nate like a punch. He wanted to call her Lena, but the name stuck in his throat.

"Dr. Lane, please take a seat," Dr. Warren said warmly, gesturing to the chair next to Nate.

Lena sat down, calm and professional, while Dr. Warren's gaze bounced between the two of them, clearly sensing the tension.

"You already know Professor Neumann, so I'll skip introductions," Dr. Warren began. "He's made a groundbreaking breakthrough in fetal cardiac correction during pregnancy, and he's chosen our hospital as the pilot site. Dr. Lane, you'll be collaborating closely with him on this project."

Lena's heart clenched. She was familiar with Nate's research-he'd told her about it long ago. At the time, he hadn't planned to conduct trials in their home country, much less her hospital.

Now, here he was. She couldn't chalk this up to coincidence.

to save countless lives. It wasn't

though working with Nate under the current circumstances-given their breakup- might

nodding politely toward Nate. "I'll do my best

Dr. Lane, I'll leave Professor Neumann

Dr. Lane, please help Professor Neumann get settled and ensure the project moves forward

he left the room, leaving Lena and

until Nate finally

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didn't respond, her calm expression unwavering. Nate's voice grew tighter. "I

is in the past. I'll work with you for the sake of the project, but I expect you to

of him

that she hadn't spoke volumes about her

wish for immediate forgiveness, even though he knew better. These things took time, and he was prepared to

wasn't discouraged. He was here now, and they'd have plenty of time together. He'd earn

"Alright," Nate said softly.

to discuss? If not, I need to get back," Lena replied,

the one who consumed her youth. Pretending indifference

armor.

walk you back," Nate offered, his tone practical. "We can

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