After a brief conversation with Albert, Alexis prepared to depart, prompting Melissa to accompany her out.

Once they were gone, Albert muttered, I need to use the bathroom.

Elsie rushed over with concern. Mr. Waston, allow me to assist you.

Alberts expression soured instantly. Noticing the nearby bedpan, Elsie grasped the situation.

Since Albert couldnt mobilize yet and required the bedpan, her assistance wasnt appropriate. After a moments thought, she suggested, Shall I summon a nurse for you? Albert blinked and replied, Nurses cant just come up and handle me.

Understanding his implication, Elsie hesitated before cautiously adding, It might not be appropriate to ask Miss Green either. Perhaps you should manage on your own.

As luck would have it, a nurse entered to check on Albert, who then helped him with his business; allowing Elsie to step back.

upon her emerging from

saw the caregiving as routine, yet for Albert, the situation

thought. His irritation was palpable. How much longer will you stand there gawking? Jessie, sensing

near future, especially with partial paralysis, it might be wise to acclimate

were a veiled jibe at

appears I was too lenient with you previously. Bravado serves no purpose. Once Im healed, youll see firsthand whether age has taken its toll

when will you release me? My responsibilities

his pillow. I have no intention of letting you

keep her close was twofold: a mix of personal longing

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