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.

carrying a bag and packed up some of Melody's belongings. Given how weak she looked, it would be best if she stayed in the hospital for a few more

He packed quite a bit because he wanted to make Melody's hospital stay as comfortable as possible. Just as he was about to leave, he received a call

answered

and find him missing again. Thus, he

"Lucas..."

are you crying? Did something

questions, Thalia remained

was still some time before he

I'm sort of busy right now, so it's best if

to time, making her sound quite pitiful. "Lucas, I... Forget it. It's not like telling you'll help anything. You don't have to worry about me." "What do you mean, I don't have to worry about you? Tell me immediately

cried even

I'm really suffering here.

tell she was very sad. Unfortunately, Thalia continued to be evasive, sobbing instead of

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