Maggie lay prone on the bed.
Ellie slightly lifted her top to apply the medicine on her bruise.
Sanford didnât leave the bed, but leaned against the headboard.
As he glimpsed her partially exposed waist and the curve of her hips, his mind flooded with memories of their intimate moments.
Feeling a sudden dryness in his throat, he looked away, fearing he might lose control.
Soon, Ellie finished applying the medication.
âItâs done.
â
âThank you, Ellie.
â Maggie straightened her clothes and smiled gratefully.
âEllie, you can Leave us now.
Please close the curtains on your way out.
â
Sanford requested Ellie to leave because he intended to continue his nap with Maggie.
Ellie hesitated for a moment before nodding.
As she was preparing to exit the ward, her phone began to ring.
Seeing Janiyaâs name flashing on the screen, she tensed up.
âMr.
Robles, itâs a call from your mother.
â
Sanford raised his eyebrows.
âGo ahead, answer it.
â
He trusted Ellie.
She was an astute woman and had been amply rewarded to ensure her loyalty.
Mrs.
Robles.
â has that woman shown up at the hospital again?â
Hearing this, Ellie shot a covert glance at Maggie, who was nestled next to Sanford, and Lied, â
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No.
â
âGood! Find out what Sanford wants for dinner tonight.
â Janiya responded with satisfaction.
Relaying the query to Sanford, Ellie watched as he gently stroked Maggieâs hair and replied nonchalantly, âWhatever.
â
âMr.
Robles said anything is fine.
â
As Maggie overheard the conversation between Ellie and Janiya, a twinge of guilt pricked her.
She intended to disclose to Sanford that his mother had approached her earlier, but in the end, she kept quiet.
She had no expectations.
All she yearned for was to spend as much time as possible with him.
âOkay, letâs get some sleep.
â
Sanfordâs voice softened as Ellie exited the ward.