The Unwavering Heart That Broke (Nathalie and Lance) novel Chapter 413

Chapter 413

Nathalie paused for a moment before replying, “I’m putting the studio on hold for now

Sophia looked taken aback. “Oh? Why?”

“I have some other matters to deal with. Once everything is sorted out, I’ll reconsider opening it,” Nathalie explained.

Sophia bit her lower lip, her eyes shifting nervously. “Then… I’ll find another job. I promise I’ work hard to pay you back!”

Nathalie offered a reassuring smile. “There’s no rush. Focus on finishing your degree first.”

But Sophia was stubbornly determined. “I’ll do well in school, and I’ll work hard to earn money too. You’ve been so good to me, Ms. Blair. I won’t let you down.”

The young girl possessed a quiet, fierce strength. Nathalie had no doubt she had a bright future ahead of her.

Sophia stood up. “I’ll go wash the fruit.”

Nathalie looked at her in surprise. “Don’t you need to go back to your friend?”

Sophia shook her head. “No, he’s already asleep.”

She paused before adding, “I’ll keep you company for a bit. It gets pretty boring sitting here all by yourself.”

“Alright.”

Nathalie really was bored, and having someone to chat with was a welcome distraction.

Sophia washed the fruit and even peeled an apple for her. Checking the time, she asked, “Are you planning to stay the night here?”

Nathalie took a bite of the apple and nodded. “Yeah, unless something changes.”

“Taking care of a patient is exhausting. Why don’t I help you?” Sophia offered.

“No need,” Nathalie declined gently. “I’m going to hire a professional caregiver.”

Hearing that, Sophia’s eyes flickered. She wrestled with the thought for a moment before speaking up. “I actually have experience taking care of patients. Instead of hiring a stranger, why don’t you let me do it? That way, I can start paying off my debt to you.”

Nathalie was mildly surprised. “Are you sure you can handle it?”

“Yes, absolutely!” Sophia nodded firmly. “My mother is paralyzed, and I’ve been her primary

aretaker for years.”

it if you’re here, who’s watching your mom?”

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Sophia shook her head. “She’s fine. I made sure she was taken care of before I left the

house.”

Nathalie thought about it. “As long as it doesn’t interfere with your mother’s care, you can stay. You don’t need to be here all day-just three hours a shift. You can come whenever it fits your schedule.”

Sophia was thrilled. “Thank you so much, Ms. Blair!”

Nathalie smiled and shook her head. “You don’t need to be so formal. I’m older than you, so just call me Nathalie.”

Sophia looked a little shy. “Nathalie.”

“Much better,” Nathalie smiled warmly.

Sophia turned and walked over to the hospital bed. Noticing Lance was sweating profusely she said, “I’ll get some water and wipe him down. He’s sweating a lot.”

She certainly adapted to her new role quickly.

Nathalie nodded. “Okay.”

Sophia moved efficiently, quickly returning with a basin of warm water and a towel. She wrung it out and gently wiped the sweat from Lance’s face and neck.

“Don’t wipe his torso. He has wounds there, and they can’t get wet,” Nathalie instructed from the side.

“Oh, got it.”

Sophia kept her back to Nathalie as she carefully wiped Lance’s arms.

Her face was flushed bright red. Looking down at his unconscious face and striking features, her heart raced wildly in her chest.

He was strikingly handsome!

If he was just Nathalie’s friend, did that mean she had a chance to pursue him?

Once he woke up, she would test the waters and see how he felt.

Sophia wiped him down several times until his fever finally broke. “Nathalie, I think he’s okay now. The fever is gone.”

Nathalie walked over, pressed the back of her hand to his forehead, and immediately called for the doctor.