Wilfred had been considering visiting Wendy's home. After all, he was effectively one of her attending doctors now.

It wasn't unusual for a doctor to visit a patient's living environment, especially when their condition showed little improvement. But doing so without an invitation felt too forward, and he wasn't comfortable overstepping that boundary. After hearing this, Karina nodded in agreement, then sighed again. "Forget it for now. At least she's here for the time being. We'll just have to keep a closer eye on her."

Following that, Karina began visiting the rehabilitation center regularly. Each time she went, she would bring something for Wendy.

Over time, Wendy's attitude toward her softened, even though she still often greeted Karina with sarcastic remarks. At least now, the hostility had eased somewhat.

*

One day, Karina set off for another visit, carrying a bag of fresh oranges that Wendy liked.

She had gone to great lengths to pick out the best ones-big, plump, and perfectly ripe. Thinking about Wendy's possible reaction to the thoughtful gesture gave Karina a boost of energy, making her steps feel lighter. But as she approached Wendy's room, she heard shouting from inside.

have I told you to take good care of your brother? Everything I say just goes in one ear and out the other, doesn't it?" The voice was sharp

Karina's heart

continued, the words cutting deeper and more viciously, until Karina couldn't bear it any longer. She pushed the door

door slammed against the wall, silencing the

her expression shifting to one of annoyance. "Who are you? Barging in here without

off her coat as she

see the woman clearly. Wendy's mother was

with bold red lipstick, a sharp bob, and a camel-colored coat draped over her shoulders. Her face carried an air of arrogance mixed with impatience, as if she

own child with such indifference. Karina's opinion of the

manners, let me remind you: this is a rehabilitation center, a private space, not a public area. Even in public, there are places where quiet is required-so how

flushed with anger. "Who do you think you are, speaking to me like that? I'm going to file a complaint against

she introduced herself. "I'm Dr. Karina Norman from the internal medicine department at Central Hospital. Feel free to file

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