Trouble in Paradise

I figured that Jasmine's pain was likely due to her previous injury. There

were surely some lingering effects after having such a serious condition. But this was not a good time for me to dwell on that now.

She was so focused on her call that she did not even notice me walk by. went to register myself at the surgical emergency department. It was different from hers, so we probably would not run into each other.

Hospitals were always busy at night, but no one bumped into me this time. Seeing the blood on my neck, everyone assumed I had a serious injury and made way for me.

The doctor said my situation was quite severe due to the blood loss. He suggested I have someone pick me up. He was worried I might suddenly blackout on the street with nobody knowing.

Although this incident was a big deal, it had to end here. I could not report to the police or tell anyone about it. Pete's relationship with his family was already tense enough, so I did not want my issues to affect him. After some thought, I realized Yasmine was the only one who could come

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It took a while for her to answer when I called her. She sounded like she had been asleep for a bit. Unlike her usual career-driven self, her voice was soft and drowsy like a little kitten. "Were you asleep?" I asked.

She mumbled a "yes". Then, she added, "My parents are retiring. I'm at an out-of-town conference with them, which is their last one. You know how it is when I'm with them. I can't stay up late. What's up, Ari? Something wrong?" "Oh, it's nothing," I said. I changed the subject as she was too far away to help. I'm planning a business trip and wanted you to assign someone to

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Looking back, I was such a fool.

I kept my head down as I teared up. Pretending not to recognize him, I softly said, "Thank you." Then, I pushed him and tried to walk away.

He frowned and grabbed my wrist. He asked in a low voice, "Are you feeling unwell?"

Turning my head slightly, I could see his hand gripping mine. His palm was so hot that it hurt.