secret?

As the surgical procedure came to a close, Dr. Helen emerged from the operating room, her scrubs slightly wrinkled and her eyes betraying a hint of fatigue.

She joined the stream of surgeons and medical staff flowing towards the changing rooms, her movements fluid and practiced. Amidst the bustling crowd, she blended in seamlessly, her exhaustion masked by her confident stride.

Her assistant, Rachel, fell into step beside her, expertly navigating the throng of white coats and scrubs. With a discreet nod, Rachel signaled to Dr. Helen, and together they veered towards a less crowded corridor, avoiding the main thoroughfares.

As they walked, Rachel skillfully shielded Dr. Helen from view, positioning herself to block any potential gazes or inquiries. Her presence was a subtle yet effective shield, allowing Dr. Thompson to move unnoticed through the hospital's corridors.

With Rachel's guidance, she slipped into the changing room, where she could finally shed her surgical attire and collect her thoughts.

The nurses, meanwhile, remained in the operating room, attentively monitoring the patient's recovery, oblivious to her quiet exit.

Thanks to Rachel's expert assistance,She had managed to depart the scene without drawing attention, her exhaustion and emotions hidden from prying eyes.

She walked out of the Hospital as confident and poised as ever, drawing no attention whatsoever to herself.

As She steered her car out of the hospital's parking lot, the silence that filled the vehicle was a stark contrast to the chaos of the operating room she had just left behind.

The sound of the engine and the gentle whoosh of the air conditioning were the only sounds that broke the stillness, a quiet accompaniment to her thoughts.

Her mind still replaying the intricacies of the surgery, she navigated the winding roads that led to her home, a sprawling villa that seemed to materialize out of the darkness like a mirage.

The soft glow of the porch lights illuminated the facade, casting a warm welcome that belied the grandeur of the estate.

As she pulled into the driveway, the automatic gates swung open, revealing a haven of tranquility.

The sound of laughter and playful shouts carried on the breeze, a stark contrast to the solemnity of the hospital. They were back from school already? She checked her wrist watch and saw the time.

Stepping out of the car, her gaze fell upon her two children. Diane's eyes sparkled like diamonds in the fading light as she ran around with excitement forcing her stiff brother tag her. '' That's not how to play tag!" She opened her tiny mouth as she spoke.

Her tiny face, flushed with excitement, was upturned towards her, her smiles infectious and pure. For a moment, the exhaustion and intensity of the day melted away, replaced by a sense of warmth. Seeing her two kids everyday villed her with so much happiness she couldn't describe.

Her children, oblivious to the stresses of her day, flung themselves into her arms, their hugs tight. Regina's heart swelled with love and gratitude as she enveloped them in a warm embrace, the silence of her drive home forgotten in the face of this joyous reunion.

" Mommy, you'll never believe what happened in school today, bam!" Diane rushed to speak.

" Welcome back, mother. '' Derick followed with a warm smile.

She ruffled their hair and sighed. " Let's go inside, then we can discuss, okay?" She started to walk in and they followed.

The children had been playing with their favorite bodyguard. The female bodyguard that drops them in school everyday. Of course, Diane pulled Derick out to play with her, and he could never refuse her.

" Arrkkkk " she squealed excited their mother walked out of the shower looking gorgeyin her beautiful robe. " Mommy, you look just like kaguya-hime!"

" She does. " Eric who had his gaze buried in a book, raised his head with a huge smile plastered on his face. If only people knew how much he smiled whenever he was close to his mother or sister. He looked so adorable.

" Mmm, Really?" Regina smiled and sat leisurely on her bed, as she picked up her phone.

" Yes, mommy!" Diane replied proudly.

" Hmmm, so you want to tell me how your day in school went?" She asked with a small chuckle.

" Eric got called into the principal's office. " She grinned smugly.

Regina knew better than to glare at his son suspiciously, so she just raised a brow and smiled. " Then it must be for a good cause. "

" Bam! " She wiggled her eyebrows and smirked. " Then why won't he tell anyone? Including me if all people, mommy. "

Regina knew her son pretty well, and if it was something he couldn't tell her, then it means she might be hurt by it.

" He won't tell you too?" She asked with a raised brow and turned to her son.

Diane smiled proudly, " you're my cute little brother, And I can't just watch you do naughty things without telling. " She placed her hands on both side of her hips and grinned.

Eric dropped the book he was holding, and looked a little sad. " I'm afraid I can only let mother know about this. "

Diane's big round eyes shrunk. " Is it bad?"

Eric chuckled cheerfully without replying making her feel a little better. " Mommy, I have to go now I'll come back right after Eric is done telling you his little boy secret. "

She climbed down from the bed and purposely excused herself. " I'll be reading if you need me. "

'Liar.'

As soon as Diane left, Eric tilted his head to the side adorably. " Promise me you won't tell her or else she'll be sad. "

" I promise, honey. " Regina replied with a soft chuckle.

" The principal has decided that... " He paused and gripped his clothes tight.

" You're leaving me hanging in suspense. " Regina sighed.

" I'm sorry, mother. " He chuckled.

" The principal wants me to attend a very different class far from Diane. A double promotion. " He said and it was clear that his voice was wavering a little like he didn't want to.