Chapter 211

Conrad had been dropping by the hospital every afternoon lately. He'd spend time with Calliope and chat with Eleanor to keep her company during her recovery. But today was different-he didn't show up. Eleanor thought maybe Calliope and Conrad had a fight, so she couldn't help but ask. Calliope glanced at her phone. She'd gone for her usual run in the park that afternoon and even sent Conrad a sweaty post-run selfie. No reply. She pushed down the strange feeling that crept up. "Maybe he's tied up with disaster relief stuff," she said softly. Eleanor patted her hand. "Conrad's a good guy. He treats you well, so you should be good to him too. No picking fights." "I didn't fight with him, Mom. He really is just busy," Calliope said, feeling a little wronged. "Alright, then you go back to the apartment with him tomorrow. I've got nurses and staff looking after me anyway." "No way." Calliope shut it down without hesitation. "You're still recovering. You shouldn't be alone." Plus, she and Ele