Chloe Reed’s expression faltered. "I’m not opening the studio for now," she said.
Annie York was taken aback. "Huh? Why not?"
"I’m dealing with some other things. Once they’re taken care of, I’ll reconsider opening the studio," Chloe said.
Annie York bit her lip gently, her eyes flickering as she said, "Then... I’ll find another job and work hard to pay you back!"
Chloe smiled faintly. "Don’t worry about it. You can finish your studies first."
But Annie York was exceptionally firm. "I will study hard, and I’ll work hard to earn money too. Miss Reed, you’ve been so good to me. I won’t let you down."
’The young woman is so determined and strong. She’ll definitely have a boundless future.’
She stood up. "I’ll go wash some fruit."
Chloe was a little surprised. "Don’t you need to go to your friend’s place?"
Annie York shook her head. "No, he’s already asleep."
After a pause, she added, "I’ll keep you company for a bit. You must be so bored all by yourself."
"That’d be nice."
Chloe was indeed very bored. It would be nice to have someone to chat with.
Annie York washed the fruit and even peeled an apple for her. Then she glanced at the time and asked, "Miss Reed, are you staying here tonight?"
Chloe took a bite of the apple and nodded. "Mhm. Barring any surprises, yes."
Annie York said, "Watching over a patient is exhausting. Why don’t I help you?"
"No need." Chloe shook her head. "I’m going to hire a caregiver."
Hearing this, Annie’s eyes flickered. She hesitated for a good while before saying, "I have experience taking care of patients. Instead of hiring a caregiver, why not let me do it? That way, I can pay off my debt, right?"
Chloe was a little surprised. "You really can?"
"Mhm, I can!" Annie York nodded. "My mother is paralyzed. I’ve been taking care of her."



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