As the evening sun began its descent, the warm afterglow cast a delicate glow on Farris’ face, entuating his frailty.


    Concern for Farris weighed heavily on Ste’s mind, her gaze glued to him as if fearing something might befall him.


    After a lengthy walk, Farris halted at the entrance of a quaint cafe.


    He held the door open for Ste to enter first.


    The cafe exuded an air offort and tranquility.


    Ste and Farris sat face to face, and after cing their orders, the waiter promptly brought two cups of coffee.


    Unable to contain her curiosity, Ste inquired, “Was Matthew responsible for your suspension?”


    Farris paused for a moment, then shook his head with candor.


    “I’m not sure, but the X-ray you had taken was easily tampered with by the nurse and ended up on the inte.


    It’s my responsibility.


    ”


    He nced at Ste’s right hand and confessed with a tone of guilt, “I couldn’t find anything wrong with your hand.


    That was my negligence.


    Thankfully, it didn’t have a significant impact on you.


    Otherwise, I’d carry the guilt for a lifetime.


    I’m sorry.


    ”


    “You shouldn’t me yourself,” Ste reassured him.


    Seeing him in such anguish made her heart ache.


    “It’s not your fault, and I don’t hold you responsible.


    ”


    She lowered her gaze, her expression growing serious, her suspicions about Matthew deepening.


    No one else possessed such immense power.


    “Ste, I won’t make excuses.


    I’ll shoulder all the responsibilities I need to, as long as you’re alright.


    ” Farris managed a faint smile through his inner turmoil.


    “I really am fine,” Ste insisted, raising her right hand and giving it a reassuring shake.


    “I’m undergoing treatment, and I’ll recover soon.Exclusive content ? by N?(v)el/Dr/ama.Org.


    ”


    But as she spoke, she noticed the disappointment in Farris’ eyes, realizing she had divulged too much.


    She promptly changed the subject.


    “Don’t dwell on it too much.


    The hospital will prove your innocence soon.


    ”


    Farris remained somber, nodding without uttering a word.


    Their time in the cafe was brief, and Ste escorted Farris back to his ce.


    Once she left his residence, she dialed Matthew’s number, but there was no answer.


    Ste hailed a taxi and headed straight to Prosperity Group.


    In Prosperity Group, Fernando received a message from the front desk and promptly made his way downstairs to escort Ste.