Karina let out a breath of relief, feeling the timing couldn't have been better. She didn't dwell on whether Orion had intentionally bailed her out. It didn't seem fair to project adult motives onto a child. But in truth, Orion was every bit as clever as his actions suggested.

Nina smiled gently as she ruffled Orion's hair. "I should've known you'd be greedy. I didn't bring you here to snack your way through the hospital."

Karina quickly waved her hands, dismissing any concern.

The atmosphere grew quiet for a moment.

Nina sat with her head slightly bowed, her calm demeanor radiating a quiet elegance. She reminded Karina of autumn leaves-tranquil and soft.

Sitting across from her, Karina couldn't help but feel inferior. Nina's effortless grace only highlighted her own unease.

Lowering her head, Karina mumbled, "I'm so sorry, Miss Walker. I didn't expect you to come. I should've prepared something in advance. If you'd like, I can step out and get something for you." Nina stopped her with a light, easy tone. "No need. I'm just here to visit a friend."

leaving Karina unsure how to

the corner of her eye. The longer she observed her,

was also watching her, not casually but intently, though her gaze was

a small smile spread across

rather lovely. She wasn't just

because Wilfred had caused quite a stir. The drama had escalated online until Wilfred brought in Nash to help

for Nina not to hear

typed quickly on her phone, her movements discreet. Finally, she spoke. "To be honest, I

barely knew each other. Why would Nina want to see

unsure of

glanced at her group chat, where her earlier messages were already stirring up responses, and smiled. "Don't worry. I'm just a little

gestured with her hands, a

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