At the hospital in Eldorria City.

Quincy had barely touched down before she was rushed into the operating room.

This twas different from the last. Previously, Everett had been unconscious, sparing her the need for any eye contact. But now...

"Mr. Lopez, I'm afraid I'm going to have to invade your personal space a bit here.” Everett's hand was secured on the operating table, and since it was a local anesthetic, he was awake, though his face was pale.

"Did she come?" He didn't respond to Quincy's remark, his mind clearly elsewhere, probably outside the operating room.

"Ms. Sanchez? I'm not sure. I didn't see anyone when I cin." Quincy, now in her scrubs, began to apply disinfectant, revealing a long, deep cut.

Even though she was no stranger to the OR, the sight still made her wince.

"Ms. Sanchez did this?" Everett glanced at her but remained silent.

as bad as what that guy did." "You talk too much." It was the first tQuincy had received such feedback. She fell silent, focusing on the surgery, stitching

on Quincy's forehead, wiped away

grateful for Quincy's rushed effort and immediate surgery without rest, and for putting up with his gruffness,

was momentarily

do my best. Physical therapy afterwards will be crucial too." "Hmm." Everett didn't

breathed a sigh of

He had fallen asleep.

features were so perfect they

man with looks, pedigree,

brought

down and not disturb him. Take him back to his room quietly." "Got it!" As Everett was wheeled out, Quincy

leaving

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