As Harlow and Alanis prepared to leave the doctor's office, the doctor spoke hesitantly. "I don't know what I did to upset you, Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton, but I'm truly sorry. People love spreading fake rumors, and I can only hope you haven't believed them." He bowed slightly. "If the medication doesn't work, please don't hesitate to return."
Harlow and Alanis didn't respond, their cold expressions unchanged. The doctor had no idea of the true reason for their disdain, instead assuming it stemmed from unfounded gossip. If only he knew how deeply he had wronged them both.
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Outside the hospital, Alanis helped Harlow into the car before stepping aside to make a few quick phone calls. Once inside, Harlow broke the silence. "I'll stop at Shoot Pictures. I have a meeting with my new crew," she said, glancing at her watch.
"When will you be done? I can come back to pick you up," Alanis offered, his tone unusually warm.