The Unshackled King (by David Wu) novel Chapter 53

Nina couldn't possibly be interested in that guy...

The thought made Janet's heart race with anxiety.

Having finished her meal, Nina made some casual conversation before preparing to leave.

Just then, her phone vibrated with a notification.

She glanced at the screen, and her expression shifted instantly—her eyes clouded with visible worry.

Noticing her change, Stefan spoke up, "Nina, if you need to go, we can head out now."

Nina replied almost absently, "Okay. A close friend of mine in River City has taken a sudden turn for the worse.

"She was hospitalized after collapsing unexpectedly a month ago, and no specialist has been able to diagnose her clearly. Now her condition is deteriorating rapidly... I'm really worried."

Then, as if struck by a thought, she turned urgently to Stefan. "Stefan, you have medical training, don't you? Would you come with me to the hospital to see her?"

Stefan had no pressing plans, so, after a moment's consideration, he nodded. "Alright, let's go take a look."

"Thank you so much, Stefan! Let's leave now."

They walked out of the private room together.

Outside, Ethan was waiting respectfully. As Nina appeared, he stepped forward and offered a sleek card. "Ms. Reed, here is the Drizzlewood Retreat's Gold Card."

Nina took it and handed it directly to Stefan. "Please keep this, Stefan. It's a Gold Card for Drizzlewood Retreat—you can use it at any of our locations nationwide. Just present it when you visit."

"I'll accept it gratefully, then."

Stefan smiled warmly and tucked the card into his pocket without further ceremony.

Ethan bowed slightly. "Safe travels, Ms. Reed."

His eyes lingered discreetly on Stefan as they left. Mentally, Ethan noted his significance.

Anyone whom Nina treated with such respect and entrusted with a Gold Card was clearly someone to remember.

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