Chapter 81

Sarah lay connected to an IV drip, with Shawn standing protectively beside her, as if guarding his cherished young lady. Observing this, Kathleen felt a wave of relief. As long as Shawn was alright, everything was fine. "Ms. Silva," Sarah softly called out, catching Shawn's attention. Kathleen remained silent, not even offering a smile. She glanced at them briefly before turning to leave. "Shawn, does Ms. Silva have a misunderstanding?" Sarah's gentle voice reached Kathleen just as she took a step away. Kathleen was uninterested in whatever manipulative game Sarah might be playing at the moment; her focus was solely on finding what she needed to know. Approaching Melanie, she inquired, "Can we go now?" Melanie responded, "How is he? Do you want to stay with him?" "There's no need," Kathleen replied, assisting her in standing. "He's fine without anyone staying with him." Melanie felt physically drained and, noticing her sister was also in low spirits, refrained from askin