Siblings at her place

Charlotte’s heart ached while seeing Sia in such a fragile state. She wanted nothing more than to wrap her best friend in a comforting hug but she knew it would only cause Sia more pain. She could not touch Sia without causing pain.

“I’m not leaving,” Charlotte announced. They could not get rid of her. Her bestfriend was in pain and she needed to be here to take care of her.

Sia wasn’t surprised. She knew the moment Charlotte found out about her injuries, she wouldn’t go anywhere.

Leon, however, raised an eyebrow. “Why would you stay here?”

“To take care of her,” Charlotte replied without hesitation.

Leon crossed his arms. “I’m here. She doesn’t need anyone else. I’m her boyfriend, it’s my job to take care of her.”

Charlotte shot him a defiant look. “I respect that you are her boyfriend, but I’m her best friend and family. Leaving her alone with you feels like leaving my daughter at her in-laws. I’m not comfortable with that.”

Leon frowned, bewildered by her choice of words. Weren’