Chapter 60

Matthew let out a slow breath before he began, "Eira, I came back this time-" Before he could finish, the door burst open. Ethan rushed in, face full of worry. "Sis, you're in the hospital? Why didn't you tell me?" His tone was laced with concern and a hint of complaint. He didn't even glance at Matthew, heading straight for Eira. Matthew frowned and reached out to stop him. Ethan shot him a glare, but the second he caught sight of Matthew's sharp gaze and those familiar, intense eyes, he hesitated. "...Matthew?" Ethan asked cautiously, his voice uncertain. Matthew gave a slight nod, clearly didn't expect to run into Ethan here of all places. "Yeah, it's me." His voice softened just a bit, though his expression stayed stern. Watching the exchange, Eira asked, "Wait... you two know each other?" Matthew responded with a simple nod. "Yeah." Ethan shifted awkwardly, not sure what to say next. Matthew jumped in with a teasing tone, "He's the cousin I told you about-the one who wanted to be