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The Brown twins, the Bella twins, and Berezira were discharged from the hospital. Jake held Cherry's hand, who in turn held Berezira's, while Jerald carried Ixora despite her protests that she could walk on her own.

They reached the car, and Jerald gently settled Berezira in the backseat. Cherry and Berezira joined her, with Cherry seated in the middle. Jerald joined Jake in the front seat, and they drove off. Their destination was the hotel to gather their belongings before returning to Castle Lore.

After some time on the road, Berezira and Ixora rested their heads on Cherry's shoulders, finding comfort as she caressed their heads. Jake occasionally glanced at the rearview mirror while keeping his focus on the road. At one point, he looked at Jerald and informed him, "There's a car following us, Jay."

Jerald nodded, also checking the rearview mirror. "I noticed it as soon as we left the hospital," he whispered, mindful not to alarm the women.

Jake smirked and steered the car in a dif