Chapter 632
It was late at night. Ellie stood on the balcony, gazing at the night view outside, not feeling sleepy.
Ellie thought, Alex doesn’t remember anything: his actions are thoughtless. I shouldn’t leave halfway through the evening like that—it is rude, especially since I’m the host. In the end, I even forgot to settle the bill before leaving
Ellie recalled that terrible fire in the cinema years ago, remembering when Alex held Haley and left before her. Ellie’s heart was in turmoil, and she couldn’t calm down.
Ellie used to care too much. Even now, when she occasionally thought about those old wounds, it felt like a thorn in her throat.
The red bracelet constantly reminded Ellie that everything that had happened was real. Even as time passed, what was etched in her very being couldn’t be easily erased.
Five years ago, even when Alex went to jail and got hurt escaping for her, Ellie still couldn’t get past that mental barrier and forgive him.
Now, a simple bracelet easily swayed her emotions but also brought her clarity again. Lately, Ellie had indeed become a bit too close to Alex.
After tossing and turning all night, Ellie didn’t rest well. The next morning, she perked up and went to work on time.
“Mr. Warren, your corneal transplant surgery is scheduled before the end of the year. Dr. Grant has brought a top expert from Ameria to perform the surgery at our hospital. During this time, you must maintain a light diet and routine to get ready for the pre–surgery exam.
“We’ve balanced your budget, and including the surgery and recovery time, you’ll be able to recover and go home for Christmas.” Ellie eagerly shared the good news with Orion in his hospital room.
“That’s great! Orion is finally going to regain his sight. Don’t be nervous, Orion. The corneal transplant is a very well- established procedure now. Everything’s going to be fine.” Linda excitedly shook Orion’s arm.
Orion patted Linda’s hand and chuckled lightly, “I’m not nervous.”
Linda gave an awkward smile and let go
“Orion.” upon hearing Alex’s voice
of Orion’s arm.
Ellie turned around and saw Alex coming in with two insulated lunch containers. Their eyes met for a moment, and then they both looked away.
Ellie moved aside. Alex walked past her straight to Orion. “Orion, Mom made some soup for you and asked me to bring it over,” Alex said, handing one of the containers to Linda.
Glancing at Ellie, Alex offered the other container to her, “This one’s for you.”
“Thanks.” Ellie reached for the container Alex held, but he placed it on the coffee table, leaving her hands awkwardly in mid- air. Ellie quickly pulled her hands back, feeling a bit embarrassed.
“My mom asked me to bring this over to you.” Alex bent down to adjust the thin blanket on Orion’s legs without looking at
Ellie.
“Thank you, Mr. Warren, and thank Mrs. Warren for the breakfast,” Ellie said.
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