Gwyneth's nails dug deep into her palms. After a moment, she closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and then slowly yet reluctantly sank to her knees in front of Aspen."Ms. Nicholls, please, I'm begging you to spend some time with Colin..." Gwyneth's voice trembled with humiliation and desperation.Aspen looked down at her with satisfaction, a pleased smile curving her lips."That's better," Aspen said casually, then returned to the hospital room.Inside the room, Colin was staring hopefully at the doorway. When he saw Aspen return, a flash of joy crossed his eyes."Aspen, you... you came back," Colin said weakly, yet his voice was somewhat cautious.Aspen walked to his bedside and looked down at him with cold detachment. "Ms. Sanders got on her knees and begged me to keep you company."Colin was stunned, but he understood immediately. A complex mix of emotions flickered in his eyes."Aspen, are you... are you alright?" Colin asked with concern, ignoring Gwyneth entirely.Aspen
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