Jamie closed her eyes briefly, sinking further into despair. She didn't even notice when Ben had left the room. Her thoughts were scattered, her mind drifting in and out of focus.

Though she wanted to leave the hospital, she was constantly watched, making it impossible. By afternoon, a nurse came in to change her dressing.

Jamie glanced up absentmindedly. "It's fine. I don't need it."

"This is under Dr. Lawson's direct orders," the nurse replied gently but firmly. "I can't afford to cut corners. Since you're still admitted, please cooperate."

Jamie lifted her gaze slightly, her tone subdued. "I'd like to get some fresh air."

"Of course, once we're done changing your dressing, I can take you outside. Just make sure not to strain your muscles," the nurse said patiently.

The weather was exceptionally pleasant that day. As she sat in the wheelchair outside, Jamie made several calls to Winnie. The phone was still off, as if Winnie had made up her mind to disappear completely from her world. The thought sent a chilling wave through Jamie. Nearby, a group of nurses walked by, chatting.

Dr. Lawson shown

Maybe he took the day

hovering around the patient rooms these past few

him for a day, and it feels like something's missing!"

"Can't deny it! Seeing a handsome

lighthearted banter drifted past Jamie, but

disappear?" she asked the nurse

He mentioned needing to step out, but he hasn't come back yet. Maybe something came up. He hasn't taken a break in ages, so I'm sure he deserves it," the nurse replied while pushing Jamie toward a shaded spot under a large tree. Jamie scanned

law firm, a knock on the door pulled Ben from his thoughts. "Come

has been restrained and is being temporarily held under

responded with a cool

briefly.

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