By the time Thiago finally arrived at the hospital, Malia was already heading home. They met at the hospital’s entrance.“Hey! I am sorry I am late,” Thiago apologized, putting his hands into his pockets.“Ohh! No reason to be. Rosie is okay, and they are both with her.”“Ohh!”“It’s past visiting hours, right?”“Yes. You would have to wait till tomorrow before you can see her,” Malia replied.“Alright! I guess you are headed home?”“Yes, I am.”“Let me walk you to your car then,” he offered.“No…” she started to protest.“I insist,” he interjected firmly but gently.“Alright!” She accepted. After all, there was no harm in letting him do what he wanted anyway.“After you.”She offered him a small smile, leading the way to where she had parked her car. They walked in silence for a few seconds before her curiosity got the better of her.“So? You are not from here.”He looked briefly at her before saying, “No. I am not from here.” The silence stretched for a few more seconds before she s
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