(Isla’s POV)“Isla? You’re here?” he said.“Yes, Ryder. The doctor called me and said Granny was getting better, so I had to rush in. I knew you’d be busy today, so I decided to take that role.”“Oh… that’s really thoughtful of you,” he replied, though his tone carried a weight I didn’t like. “But I didn’t see your signature on the record?”My eyes widened instantly, my throat tightening.“Oh… oh… tha–that… I really don’t know. They probably mixed it up,” I stammered, forcing a nervous smile.His eyes lingered on me, dark with suspicion.I have to do something real quick. He’s getting suspicious…“Oh, look at Granny, Ryder… she’s getting better,” I said quickly, pointing towards her.He pulled a chair closer, his hands trembling slightly as he sat down beside her. For a moment, he simply stared at her face, relief washing over his features like a fragile wave. Then, with unsteady fingers, he reached for her hand, bringing it close and pressing a tender kiss to her knuckles.“Mama… tal
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