Chapter 96

Elara hadn't expected Sebastian to return so soon. The moment she saw him, her face flushed.

"Sebastian… you're back?"

But Loretta had clearly said he'd be working late tonight.

"I heard it was serious," Sebastian said. His tone was cool, but the concern underneath was unmistakable. "How are you feeling now?"

He crossed the room in quick strides, his sharp eyes scanning his grandmother from head t