Esme returned to the hospital the next day when she received a call from Caleb, her heart heavy with emotion. As she entered the ward, she found Silas reading a newspaper. Silas looked up and smiled when he saw her, his eyes lighting up with excitement.
"Esme!" Silas grinned, putting the newspaper aside. "You are finally here. I thought you would spend the night here by my side. Why did you leave?"
Esme felt a lump form in her throat as she struggled to find the right words. She lowered her head, emotions overwhelming her. She had never wanted to leave, but Victoria's harsh words had made her feel unwelcome. But it seemed that Silas was ignorant about it. Esme was grateful to Caleb for not telling Silas about it. Pulling a smile over her face, she approached him.
"How are you feeling now?"
