Noelle began to wonder why Anastasia wanted to meet her. No matter how she thought about it, the reason could only be one of two things: either acceptance or rejection. But she felt that the latter was more likely the outcome.
Cedric frowned. "She just got injured and needs rest. I'll talk to Grandma."
Noelle hesitated. "Would that be okay?" She had heard that Anastasia wasn't in good health; what if the latter got too worked up and fell ill?
Cedric gave her a deep look. "Go tomorrow. I'll check on her first."
"Alright."
Noelle watched as Cedric left the ward and massaged her temples. Dealing with a wealthy, powerful family always meant more complications. She wondered what exactly Anastasia wanted to say to her.
After thinking about it, she sent a message in her dorm group chat. "I'm at the hospital. Call in sick for me."
Mia and Grace saw the text and rushed to the hospital. Noelle was surprised to see them. "Why are you two here?"
"You said you were injured and hospitalized. How could we not check on you?"
Grace even packed Noelle's favorite meal from the cafeteria and brought it over. "I was worried you had no one to take care of you, so I brought you dinner."
"Thank you, but I don't have much appetite right now." Noelle's throat felt uncomfortable and made it hard to swallow.
Mia frowned. "Why was there suddenly a fire?"
"I think someone must've tampered with something, but I'm not sure yet. It needs further investigation."
Then, Noelle leaned in closer to Mia and lowered her voice. "There's something I want to ask you."
"What is it?"
"Do you know that Mrs. Greene Senior is also staying in this hospital? She wants to see me."

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