Upon learning of Nala’s illness from Alexander, Lena rushed to the hospital in great distress. She repeatedly called Elijah along the way, wanting to ask him why he hadn’t informed her about Nala’s condition and why he had kept it a secret. Additionally, she wanted to know what illness Nala was suffering from.

However, Elijah did not answer her calls, and Lena’s attempt to reach Kasey yielded the same result.

Just as she was about to dial Elijah’s number again, Chris gently took her hand.

“Don’t make any more calls,” Chris said softly. “Their daughter is sick, and they must be going through a tough time. Besides, it’s not good news to spread around.”

“But…”

Chris hesitated before continuing. “Lena… Actually… you’re just an outsider to them. Even though Nala sometimes treats you as her aunt, you’re still considered an outsider.”

Lena’s eyes dimmed.

Indeed, he was right. What was her place in Elijah’s life? At best, she was an employee, a former colleague, and a current partner in running the school. For matters concerning her boss’ family, it would be best for her not to pry into things that weren’t her business.

visit Nala. Following the nurse’s directions, she made her

the large bed, her

delicate, resulting in numerous bruises from

she asked, “What’s

a hushed tone. “It’s really unfortunate. She’s such

seemed to erupt

bring herself to ask the

illness early. It’s in its

frowned. “So, Elijah and Kasey have been searching

The nurse nodded.

pushed the door open. When Nala heard the movement, she abruptly turned her head, startled

ached, and she wanted to embrace Nala, but the girl was acting strangely

her head with both hands. She

was utterly bewildered. “What’s

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