ncing at the screen, she saw it was Lucia.


    As she answered the call, Lucias soft, familiar voice filled her ears.


    Ste, Waldo is being discharged today.


    If youre free, could you and Matthewe pick us up? Ste understood that Lucia had always been thoughtful about not intruding on her and Matthews private life as a couple.


    However, now that Lucia had taken the initiative to call, it was evident she wanted to create more opportunities for them to spend time together.


    Recalling Matthews cold and dissatisfied demeanor that morning, Ste hesitated before responding, Lucia, Matthew is very busy today.


    Ill go pick up Waldo myself.


    When Lucia heard that Matthew couldnt make it, she immediately replied, If youre both busy, just focus on your work.


    Theres no need toe over.


    If youre free tonight,e back to our house for dinner.


    From Lucias tone, Ste could tell she was probably unaware that Lindsay had a medical check-up scheduled at the hospital that day.


    After a moment of thought, Ste said, Lucia, a foreign doctor is visiting Seamarsh today to examine Lindsay.


    If the timing works out, welle by tonight. Then I want to go see how Lindsays check-up goes, Lucia said, sounding a bit concerned.


    Ste quickly intervened, advising, Lucia, your health hasnt been greattely, and youve been busy taking care of Waldo.


    You should go back home and rest.


    Matthew and I can handle everything here.


    Ill let you know as soon as we have the results.


    After Stes gentle persuasion, Lucia finally relented.


    Alright then, thank you for your hard work, she said before hanging up the phone.


    Ste put down her phone and paced back and forth in the office.


    After thinking it over, she decided to head to the hospital.


    At the hospital… Lindsay had managed to calm herself on the way there.


    Looking at Matthew with soft, apologetic eyes, she murmured, Matthew, please dont be upset.


    Ste didnt say anything harsh to me.


    I was just being overly sensitive and ended up worrying you both.


    Matthews expression darkened as he frowned slightly. You shouldnt have gone to Prosper Bay on your own today.


    Lindsay froze, startled by his sharp tone.


    A flicker of hurt crossed her face, but she quickly masked it.


    Its my fault, she said quietly.


    I was so anxiousst night that I couldnt sleep.


    I thought seeing you might help calm me down, so I acted impulsively.


    Matthew, I promise I wont do it again.


    Ill stay away from Prosper Bay, and Ill avoid Ste too.


    I dont want to make things harder for you anymore.


    Matthew listened to her, realizing she hadpletely misunderstood his intentions.


    He wanted to rify, but the real reason for his concern wasnt something he could exin.


    His silence lingered, and to Lindsay, it felt like a quiet confirmation of her words.


    Her chest tightened as irritation bubbled up inside her.


    She recalled seeing Matthew and Ste in an intimate embrace that morning. The image gnawed at her, fueling a jealousy she couldnt suppress.


    Gathering her courage, she asked tentatively, her voice tinged with vulnerability, Matthew.


    have you regained your memory? Matthew replied calmly, No.


    Lindsay secretly breathed a sigh of relief.


    She wanted to ask about the events ofst nmight-why Ste and Matthew seemed so close.


    The image of their embrace lingered in her mind, a thorn that pricked at her heart with every thought.


    But she knew Matthew wouldnt provide the answers she sought.


    Worse, he might even resent her for prying.


    So, she swallowed her questions, burying them deep.


    A knock on the door interrupted her thoughts.


    Fernando stepped in respectfully and said, Mr.


    rk, Dr.


    Watts has arrived and is waiting in the consultation room.