"Ava."

A deep voice cut through the air, and Karina turned to see a man in a black suit, wearing a hat and a mask, striding toward them.

But the man's white eyelashes and distinctive eyes were all Karina needed to recognize him. He was her albino patient, Xavier Jasper! Xavier also didn't expect to run into both Wilfred and Karina here. "It's you two," he exclaimed in surprise.

Wilfred's gaze sharpened as he calmly addressed Xavier. "Keep your sister in line. Apologize."

Before Xavier could respond, Ava stepped forward and, to everyone's surprise, said, "I'm sorry. I was too impulsive. Please forgive me." Karina was taken aback by how quickly Ava apologized. Even Xavier, who knew his sister's arrogant tendencies well, looked stunned.

Karina nodded, her tone steady but firm. "I forgive you, but that doesn't mean everyone else will. You should work on your attitude. Stop acting so entitled everywhere you go."

With that, Karina turned on her heel and walked away. Although Xavier was her patient, it was Ava who had crossed the line with her. And since this wasn't work hours, Karina had no intention of engaging with them any further. Unexpectedly, Wilfred followed her.

thank you for earlier," Karina said warmly as she glanced

you thanking me? I didn't do

stood up for me earlier. It means a lot. It's just... I can't stop thinking about the notes I lost. I

so intently, planning her future meticulously. Now, with those notes lost, she felt both helpless and furious. But there was nothing she

words on paper. Your brain, however,

eyes wide

smoothly. "You're here, learning and living

fragile a curious mix of strength and vulnerability. In many ways,

he might still be trapped in

Karina looked

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