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“ Bella, you need to speak with him and for that. I need you to be in a relaxed mood to not create suspicion or give him more reason to worry. Here take this and dry your face” Luke said.

Bella nodded at his response and accepted his towel to wipe the little tears that had started appearing on her face, she tried hiding the fake tears and everything and collected the phone.

“Hello Daddy," she called out as soon as she picked up. Bella my dear Bella my dear how have you been? trying to reach you all this well said with his voice carrying a tone of worry.

Bella listens to the worried voice of her Dad. She could see the concern and tried not to spill out the tears.

“Dad, I'm fine. I'm fine, I'm sorry I couldn't call you. I had an emergency business and had to travel. I'm so sorry, she said.

“It's so nice hearing from you again. I couldn't believe it when your friend came over to the hospital. He said you were doing well, and I could speak to you in the evening. When will I get to see y