Kenneth's stubbornness in matters of the heart was no less intense than Everett's.

Otherwise, they wouldn't find themselves in this mess today.

Unable to contain himself any longer, Everett strode forward, pulling Dorothy into his arms protectively.

"It doesn't hurt."

Dorothy didn't need to look up to know Everett had come for her.

This man, he could never stand to see her in the slightest bit of pain.

"Your face is all flushed, and you're telling me it doesn't hurt?"

"It's just a bit red, nothing compared to losing a life like Kenneth did."

Everett disliked her pessimistic tone.

Dorothy had been battling depression, and it was unpredictable when she might spiral again.

"Don't you realize why Kenneth died?"

he sacrificed his own for,

but

moment, she slowly

"Yeah."

couldn't let Kenneth's

...

rest next to Bella's in

hesitated because of Everett. To her surprise, it was he who suggested

as far as to

series of challenging events, perhaps the only piece of good news

met the

she's okay now? What

for reassurance, following the doctor,

hospital by Dorothy's side, worried

be

her tests are normal. However, due to the toxin, the damage it caused is irreversible. But, there's no need for excessive worry. With proper care, rest, and diet at home, it won't cause major issues."

the doctor's office, Everett entered Dorothy's room to find

interrupt, instead texting Kevin to come to the hospital

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