Chapter 2921
Nicole didn't exactly agree with Patricia's approach, but she got where she was coming from.
"I'll whip up some easy pasta for you," Lulu said, already on her way to the kitchen.
Twenty minutes later, she returned with a plate of pasta, setting it down in front of Patricia and encouraging her,
"Try some, okay?"
Patricia paused for a second before responding, "Thanks." She was aware of everyone's concern for her and didn't
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtwant to let them down.
Once she finished eating, Patricia looked up at Nicole. "Ms. Riddle, why do you want me to come with you?"
"We're going to see Martin," Nicole answered truthfully.
Hearing this, Patricia instinctively touched her cheek, understanding Nicole's intention. She knew Nicole wanted to
ask Martin if there was any other way to treat her face.
She didn't want to go, not wanting to give herself false hope, but looking at Nicole and Lulu, she found it hard to
refuse
and finally agreed, "Okay."
"Let's go, we'll see what can be done, and then you can rest easy," Lulu said confidently, believing Martin could
help.
The group quickly left the apartment, heading toward Martin's lab.
"In the car, Patricia spoke softly to Nicole, "I might need a longer rest."
"It's okay, your injury is what matters most," Nicole replied softly, her voice soothing.
Patricia nodded slightly. She felt she might not be able to return to work soon, not just physically, but emotionally
too. She needed time to recover.
'Accepting this calmly is easier said than done. Only time can help,' she thought.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmArriving at the lab, Martin looked surprised to see them so early. "You all..." he started, surprised they didn't call
ahead.
"We need you to check her injury," Nicole said, getting straight to the point.
Martin's gaze fell on Patricia's cheek, his brow furrowing slightly. He had initially thought Patricia's injury was minor,
but seeing Nicole bring her in, he realized it must be severe.
There was a moment of hesitation before Martin said," Come with me."
Cindy, with a tray of water in hand, greeted Nicole and Lulu," Let Martin have a look. You guys can wait here."