The Year She Stopped Being Crazy for Him novel Chapter 277

Natalie's eyes sharpened dramatically, exchanging a loaded look with Nancy.

[So there were genuinely no warning signs beforehand? Or is it possible that someone around him did something specific to trigger the suicidal ideation? Please, tell me what happened. I desperately want to use it as a preventative measure. I'm terrified that I might accidentally do or say something that pushes her over the edge.]

The screen displayed the blinking "typing" indicator.

Natalie let out a slow, shaky exhale and turned her head to look at Nancy. "If he brings up Elbert, we can seamlessly shift the conversation to asking about him. But if it's someone else..."

Their entire operation for the day would have to end right then and there.

Because pushing the subject any further would definitely make Yale suspicious.

A moment later, his message finally popped up.

[It was Elbert. If you look it up online, you should easily be able to find the news. He jumped off a building with absolutely zero prior warning.]

Natalie deliberately ran a quick search, then screenshotted the article and sent it back to him.

[This guy? You're saying he showed no signs of wanting to end his life. Was he actually your patient?]

Natalie watched as the typing indicator flickered on and off repeatedly.

Yale was clearly struggling with whether or not he should disclose the information.

But eventually, he made the decision to tell her the truth.

[Yes, he was my patient.]

Natalie: [Then what was he seeing you for? Didn't you say he didn't show any symptoms? Do people without psychological issues usually go to see a doctor?]

[I apologize, but I really can't disclose those details. Let's just say we had several consultations.]

[I understand. Thank you so much for your help. I'll make sure to keep a very close eye on Nancy's condition.]

Natalie set her phone down and slumped back heavily against the sofa cushions. "That's a dead end."

Nancy spoke up softly. "Is it at all possible that Hassan and his people intentionally..."

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