The car came to a stop in front of the hospital, its sleek black exterior a stark contrast to the building. Anna couldn’t hide her eagerness as the driver stepped out and opened her door. Without waiting for Jaden’s help, she climbed out, her bandaged ankle protesting against the movement.
Jaden followed her, his sharp gaze scanning the surroundings. His posture radiated authority, as though even in a place of healing, he couldn’t relinquish control. Anna barely glanced at him before heading into the hospital, her focus solely on the elevator at the end of the lobby.
Inside the elevator, the tension between them was palpable. Jaden’s silence was unnerving, but Anna didn’t care. Her thoughts were consumed by Lilly. She hadn’t seen her sister in days, and the guilt gnawed at her.