Vera was wheeled back into the room, her posture limp, eyes dull like someone who’d gone far too long without peace. Her face was pale, lips dry, and yet, when her gaze found Leila and Dimitry waiting inside, something fragile stirred in her expression, a tired smile. She tried to stand on her own, hands gripping the arms of the wheelchair as the nurse assisted her, but her body trembled under the effort. Leila quickly stepped forward, helping steady her. Dimitry watched, quiet but attentive. As she eased onto the bed, letting out a soft exhale, Dimitry spoke. “Just a few more minutes,” he said gently. “We’re shifting you out of this hospital.” Vera looked up at him, brows knitting in confusion. “What? Why?” He crouched a little so they were at eye level. “Because I want you somewhere safer. Somewhere more secure. You’re not just a patient, Vera. You need real protection, and the best care possible.” Leila nodded beside him, her hand resting protectively on Vera’s shoulder. “Yo
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