As they settled down, Sabrina, holding Jennie close, casually inquired, “Has Karen’s grandson gotten any better?”

“He’s still unwell. I spoke with her today. She mentioned he’s grappling with a severe bout of pneumonia.”

“That sounds concerning. I’ll go visit Karen tomorrow,” Sabrina proposed.

“I want to go, too.” Jennie gazed at Sabrina with hopeful eyes.

“No. You are still young. What if you get infected?”

Jennie gave a sulky look and murmured, “I’ll wear a mask. Can I please visit them? You’re the best, Aunt Sabrina!”

nestled her head into Sabrina’s embrace,

tug on her heart and almost caved in. “No, Jennie, sweetie. Your grandma isn’t too fond of me. If something happens to you under my watch, she’ll have even more reasons to keep you away.

grasped the situation. Lowering her voice, she conceded,

roused from her sleep, somewhat disoriented. Reaching for her phone, she checked

saw a

she identified

Sabrina’s hope quickly

end. I’m genuinely sorry, but I cannot proceed further with our deal. I’ll cover the stipulated penalty

cold chill coursed through Sabrina, as if she

wasn’t Like Darren to back out without an

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