Once Nina entered, she closed the door. "Doctor, I need to know what's wrong with my father. What exactly is he suffering from?"

The doctor could see the worry in Nina's eyes but maintained his stance. He had promised the patient confidentiality. "I'm afraid that's private information. I really can't disclose it. I suggest speaking directly with your father."

"But he's my father, and I can tell he's seriously ill. Don't family members have the right to know in cases like this?" Nina had, of course, already asked Pharaoh directly. Asking him had gotten her nowhere. It was clear he was determined to keep this to himself. Other than speaking to the doctor, she was out of options.

Yet even the doctor wouldn't budge. "Family members do have the right to know, but the patient's wishes take priority. I would still recommend discussing this with him directly."

giving Orion his burger and handing out two vegan meals, one for herself and

Gemma with me? The nanny can come too, and I'll help out. It'll give

looked at the few extra strands of gray in his hair, a feeling settled over her that maybe their visits together would not

Nina gathered the kids. "We'll head home for today. We'll see you again

and please text me when you arrive." Pharaoh watched them leave, keeping his gaze

felt so warm and lively just hours before now felt empty. He sat quietly for a while before calling Micah over video. Micah had just finished work and was at home with

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