Relief washed over me at the news, nearly bringing me to tears.
Noticing my distress, Caleb reassured me with a gentle smile. Hey, no worries, Im alright.
Yet, the tears threatened to fall as I gazed at him, voicing my fear. You nearly scared me to death.
My words seemed to remind Caleb of something. He turned his gaze to Andrew.
The tension between them was palpable. After all, Andrew had played a part in this ordeal.
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Andrew, for his part, met Calebs look without flinching.
Caught in the middle of their silent standoff, I felt a wave of embarrassment. Worried that old conflicts could resurface, I quickly wheeled Caleb away, heading back to the safety of his hospital room.
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The doctor gave me a list of things to do and not to do, then left the ward with the nurses.
Once they were gone, I noticed Andrew was still in the room, which made me frown.
I asked him uncomfortably, Mr. Pierce, is there something else you need?
Andrew didnt reply. He just gave Caleb a cold look.
Even though Caleb was lying down, he met Andrews gaze firmly.
They were both silent, but the air between them was thick with tension.
The ward felt like it could erupt into chaos at any moment.
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Unable to bear the stifling silence any longer, I stepped in to break their eye contact.
I raised my voice, saying, Mr. Pierce.
Andrew lifted his head to look at me. His expression changed subtly when he heard my distant tone.
Ignoring the sorrow in his eyes, I said coldly, Im sorry, but Caleb needs to rest now. If nothing is keeping you here, you should return to the manor. Isnt there someone coming to see you today?
With a forced smile, Andrew replied, Its alright. Ive instructed the butler to clear my schedule. Im in no rush to go back.
I found myself at a loss for words. Didnt he realize I wanted him to leave?
Besides, considering the existing tension between him and Caleb, why did he insist on staying? Was he enjoying turning this place into a battleground for the three of us?
The whole situation was overwhelmingly depressing.
Dont worry. Im here, Caleb whispered, squeezing my hand gently. He must have seen the distress on my face.