A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Once the nurse had exited, Elsie, ever perceptive, took the child for a walk, seeking solace in the crisp outdoor air and leaving the two alone.

The ward fell into a serene hush.

Albert lay still, a marked change from his usual banter. Perhaps his vitality had been sapped by the loss of blood, leaving him without the energy to jest.

Jessie approached, settling on the sofa by his bedside without a word, but reached out to gently grasp his hand. Eyes downcast, she murmured, Albert, Ill be here for you until your discharge. However, once youre out of the hospital, our paths will diverge. Your attempt to sway me with self- inflicted harm wont tether me to you.

Albert absorbed her words in silence.

After a moment, he ventured, Do you pity me? Jessies response was firm. No.

hers, resting it on her heart. After a pause, he whispered with a raspy voice, Your

hand in place, sensing Jessies

her

was obvious in her expression. Her

close moment felt strangely out of character

tighter,

Albert, youve got no shame.

back comfortably on the pillow, retorting, Remember that day? We did it multiple times,

away, murmuring, Lets forget

over in my head