"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.

said warmly as she

are you thanking me?

a lot. It's just... I can't stop thinking about the notes I lost. I worked so

notes lost,

the cloud of worry on her face and easily guessed the source of her frustration. "The notes are gone but they're just words on paper. Your brain, however, is alive and adaptable. If there's anything you can't recall, send me a message oncome to my

her eyes wide with disbelief. "Are

he replied smoothly. "You're here, learning and living well. As long as you don't

a curious mix of strength and vulnerability. In many ways, she reminded him of his younger

it hadn't been for Nina, who pulled him out of that dark place, he might still be trapped in his

Karina looked at

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