Chapter 986
Chapter 986:
Yelena didn’t hesitate for a second. “Of course! I’d be happy to help p>
After bidding Ryann farewell, Yelena turned to Maggie as they began to head home.
“I’m sorry to keep you waiting,” Yelena apologized.
Maggie waved it off with a smile. “No need to apologize. It’s not every day you get to catch up with a close friend. I was actually planning to find a restaurant where we could eat and chat. But I didn’t expect you to finish so quickly p>
Yelena smiled. “It’s okay, there’ll be other chances p>
She paused and then added, “Oh, Austin said he wouldn’t be home for dinner tonight p>
Maggie’s brow furrowed, a shadow of concern crossing her face. “Austin’s not coming home again? I’m starting to worry about him. I don’t know if he’s eating properly at work. No wonder his health is suffering. He was complaining about a stomach ache just the other day p>
Yelena smiled softly, understanding Maggie’s unspoken concern. Though she hadn’t said it outright, Yelena knew exactly what her words meant.
Yelena reassured Maggie, saying, “I’ll remind Austin to eat on time.” Austin was always busy, and Yelena didn’t want to disturb him. She felt that reminding him to eat was the least she could do.
Maggie held Yelena’s hand and gave it a gentle pat. “Thank you, dear p>
After returning home, Yelena adjusted the treatment plan. She went to Aitana’s room and found her clutching the bed sheets in pain, her eyes clouded and bloodshot.
When Aitana saw Yelena enter, she forced a smile and released the sheets. “You’re back p>
The sight ached Yelena’s heart.
She walked to Aitana’s bedside, sat down, and began to massage her gently.
“Honestly,” Yelena said softly, “I’ve realized you’re even stronger than Austin p>
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Aitana’s attention was diverted. She looked at Yelena and asked, “Oh? How so p>
Yelena explained, “When Austin has an episode, he sometimes cries out in pain. But you don’t. No matter how much it hurts, you endure it silently. Still, it’s okay to let your emotions out sometimes p>
Aitana smiled faintly. “My husband and eldest son passed away too soon. I had to hold the family together alone, fending off those who circled like vultures, waiting for me to falter. I couldn’t afford to show weakness.
Because if I did, those people would devour me. People called me the ‘Iron Lady.’ Over time, I guess I just forgot how to express my pain p>
Yelena squeezed Aitana’s shoulders comfortingly. “From now on, you can tell me. I promise your secrets are safe with me p>
Aitana chuckled at Yelena’s earnest expression.
The new treatment plan seemed to work. Aitana’s tightly furrowed brows relaxed, and the data Yelena checked showed everything was within normal range.
For the first time in a while, Aitana slept soundly—no pretense, just genuine rest.
As Yelena left Aitana’s room, she noticed a figure in black approaching. She looked up and saw Austin’s handsome but slightly weary face.
“You’re back,” Yelena greeted Austin with a smile.
Austin, still carrying the chill from outside, pulled her into a hug. Yelena hesitated for a moment before returning the embrace, patting his back. “You’ve been working so late. You must be exhausted p>
Austin rested his head on Yelena’s shoulder and sighed. “Not tired, just… life’s been tough. I feel bad that you’re here in Kheley, but I haven’t had time to spend with you p>