Lucas sat quietly by Melody's bedside, watching her sleep for half an hour.

Before leaving, he sought out the attending doctor and the nurse. They were both waiting outside the room, ready to do his bidding.

"Mister Lucas."

"Mister Lucas.

Lucas nodded in acknowledgment. "I need to go home for a while. I'll probably—"

He glanced at his watch. "I'll probably be back within an hour. Please make sure to keep an eye on my wife's condition during this time. When she wakes up, just tell her I'll be back soon." Both the doctor and nurse nodded. It was their job, after all.

Lucas swiftly left the hospital and drove back home.

"Hello, sir. Welcome back."

Lucas waved his hand, signaling the household staff not to bother with greetings.

went to his room carrying a bag and packed up some of Melody's belongings. Given how weak she looked, it would be best if she stayed

if he asked someone else to pack Melody's things, Lucas came back personally. He packed quite a bit because he wanted to make Melody's hospital stay as comfortable as

answered

missing again. Thus, he was surprised to hear a soft

"Lucas..."

Why are you crying? Did something

questions, Thalia

glanced at the time. There was still some time before he needed

room and sat down. "What's going on? I'm sort of busy right now, so it's best if you tell

don't have to

Lucas' surprise, Thalia cried

suffering here. When

he could tell she was very sad. Unfortunately, Thalia continued to be

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