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.

to witness this scene upon her emerging from Jeslyns room, casting an

caregiving as routine, yet for Albert,

compromised, Albert waited for the nurse to exit before addressing Jessie, who seemed lost in thought. His irritation was

Considering the possibility of facing similar situations in the near future, especially

were a veiled jibe at his

with you previously. Bravado serves no purpose. Once Im healed, youll see firsthand whether age has

But seriously, when will you release

tone softened as he reclined against his pillow. I have no

twofold: a mix of personal longing and concern for her

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