Chapter 61

Alexander was leaning against the doorway of the hospital room, his voice calm. "Grandma asked me to pick you up for dinner." Eira paused mid-pack, her hands frozen for a second before she instinctively replied, "No need. I can go myself." Alexander's gaze briefly flicked to Ethan, but whatever he wanted to say was swallowed down. Instead, he softened his tone, "She specifically asked me to come. If you don't go back with me, she'll start asking questions. You know she's not in the best shape right now. Don't make her worry." Eira gave a silent scoff, but she knew Margaret's health really couldn't handle unnecessary stress. So, she relented. "Fine." Seeing Eira actually getting ready to leave with Alexander, Ethan's nerves kicked in. He called out quickly, "Sis!" She gently ruffled his hair, her voice soothing, "You head back first. I'll be home after dinner." Ethan nodded, but as Eira turned with Alexander to leave, a flicker of unease flashed in his eyes. Eira settled into the car, t