His Halo is a Lie
But lately, his words feel heavier, like they’re weighed down by secrets.
And secrets are currency in Saint’s world.
When we arrive, the smell of antiseptic and the steady hum of machines wrap around me, grounding me in something familiar. But it doesn’t erase the tension in my chest.
Lucio takes up his usual position in the waiting area, his eyes sweeping the halls like he’s expecting Nico himself to walk through the doors. I head for the staff lounge, hoping to find Dr. Elias before my shift pulls me in too deep.
Luck is on my side. He’s there, pouring himself a coffee, his white coat wrinkled, his salt-and-pepper hair slightly disheveled. He looks up as I enter, his warm smile tugging at
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