Brian shook his head with a laugh.

“Fine, whatever makes you happy.”

Sanford smirked.

“Oh, now you’re being all agreeable.

I’m not used to this side of you.”

“You prefer it when I give you a hard time?”

“Mostly because, after being crushed under your reign for years, I’ve learned to submit.”

As their playful banter carried on, Rosalynn, having finished her preparations, signaled Brian to move aside.

Obliging, Brian stepped back, his eyes trained on Rosalynn as she expertly inserted the needles into Sanford’s skin.

Maggie and Shari stood quietly outside the ward, not saying much at first, just watching the door.

Shari glanced at Maggie.

“It seems Mr.

Hughes and Mr.

Robles are really close.”

Maggie nodded.

“Yeah, they’re best friends.”

voice thoughtful, “It’s not often you meet

Robles.

going to that dangerous

is

of loyalty

Maggie smiled softly.

always been a

pause before Shari added with a hint of amusement,

end up with

to help

But Mr.

Can you believe that? He’s a little possessive,

Maggie’s smile faded slightly.

he’s always been protective of

Shari nodded.

a close eye on

come on, Mr Robles got hurt saving

might never heal, and

is, letting jealousy get in the way of

Hughes helping out.

It doesn’t seem fair.”

Shari

definitely be able

sensing Maggie’s unease, hurried to

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