Shattered Longings

Chapter 91 Homeless

Bella stood by the entrance, not sure if she should go inside, until Sylvia noticed her. “Ms. Jones, why are you standing out here?”

Bella, feeling anxious, quickly shook her head. “I just remembered something I needed to handle at the hospital. I’ll be on duty tonight, so I won’t be coming back. Can you tell Dominic for me? I have to leave now.”

Before Sylvia could say anything, Bella had already turned and walked away.

When she got back to the hospital, a nurse looked surprised. “Dr. Jones, didn’t you already clock out? Are you volunteering for extra work? You’re really dedicated!”

Bella couldn’t admit that she had nowhere else to go, so she forced a smile and said, “A patient mentioned they might come in late… I’m just waiting to see if they show up.”

more people asked why she was still at the hospital. Even though they were just being friendly, it made her feel even more uncomfortable, like she

couldn’t face going home, and hanging around the hospital felt awkward, so she decided to drive to Lia’s place. Having a friend

With just a few people on

they picked the hardest carving style possible. “I’m not even thinking about the money anymore–it’s draining me! If it wasn’t for my

I probably wouldn’t have taken the job. It’s the most expensive and complicated carving we’ve ever done, and it’s taken up all our time for the last three

tried to reassure her friend, “Don’t worry. I’m here to make sure you don’t

guarding me? Or did you just come here because

on with Bella. She stayed quiet, which made Lia’s concern grow.

nothing. Just keep working. I’ll stay over at your

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