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Rain pelted against the windows of Elara’s car as she sped toward the hospital. Her mother had been admitted there for months.“James?” Elara called her younger brother as she parked. “Pack your essentials and Mom’s medication. We’re leaving Texas today.”“What? Elara, what’s going on?” Her twenty-year-old brother’s voice was thick with confusion.“I’ll explain everything later. Just do as I say. And James? Don’t tell anyone where you’re going.”She rushed through the familiar corridors to her mother’s room. Rose sat in bed looking frail, but better than she had in days. James was already there, his confused eyes meeting Elara’s as she entered.“Elara?” Rose reached for her daughter’s hand. “Sweetheart, what’s wrong?”“Mom, we need to leave. Now.” Elara began gathering her mother’s belongings. “I’ve booked us flights to California. We leave in three hours.”“Flights? But Mom is still recovering,” James protested.“Your sister wouldn’t do this without reason,” Rose said quietly, studyin
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“It is time to go home, son,” Serena said as soon as she walked into the room.Damian stumbled slightly as Serena helped him out of the hospital, his body still weak from the ordeal. His movements were slow, almost robotic, and his face was pale with the lingering effects of his condition. Serena’s arm was firmly wrapped around him, her hand steady as she guided him through the exit.The air outside was crisp, but it did little to revive Damian’s spirit. His mind was heavy, clouded with confusion, and it was clear that he hadn’t fully processed everything that had happened to him. Serena, however, was a picture of poise, her smile flawless as she greeted the nurse, who handed over his discharge papers.“Thank you, Doctor,” Serena said softly, her voice a perfect blend of warmth and authority. She handed over the payment without hesitation, her gaze never leaving the nurse’s face. “Please make sure that this covers everything. If there’s any additional cost, let me know immediately.”T
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