Heartbeats and Hidden Emotions

Just then, a nurse walked into the room, carrying a tray with several medications. "Time for your meds," she said, smiling at Juliet.

Romeo took this as his cue to leave. He pushed the door open, and stepped out into the hallway. The nurse and Juliet were now alone in the room.

Outside, Romeo's chauffeur was waiting for him, standing beside the sleek black car. As Romeo approached, the chauffeur quickly opened the door for him. Romeo settled into the soft leather seat, feeling the familiar comfort of his luxury vehicle.

The chauffeur closed the door behind him and walked around to the driver's side. He got in, adjusted his mirror, and glanced at Romeo through the rearview window. "Where to, sir?" he asked.

Romeo thought for a moment before responding. "Take me to the office," he said finally.

The chauffeur nodded and put the car in gear. They glided smoothly away from the hospital, heading towards Romeo's company headquarters.

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VANESSA'S APARTMENT

Vanessa sat at her vanity table, f