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."

Karina unsure how to

glances at Nina out of the corner of

not casually but intently, though her gaze was so subtle that Karina didn't

studied her, a small smile spread across

was rather lovely. She wasn't just physically attractive,

was particularly nosy, but because Wilfred had caused quite

for Nina not to

phone, her movements discreet. Finally, she spoke. "To be honest, I came here partly out of personal curiosity. I wanted to meet you." "Me?" Karina

knew each other. Why would Nina

tensed up, unsure of Nina's

messages were already stirring up responses, and smiled. "Don't worry. I'm just a little curious. My friends

her

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