Alden pulled away from Sarah's embrace. "You should rest. I'll ask the nurse when your tests will begin."

Sarah didn't respond, not even to acknowledge his words. Alden had always avoided discussing their relationship and marriage. Even now, their status was unclear. Sarah had been open with him, but Alden kept avoiding the subject.

Whenever she pressed him for answers, he remained silent.

"Just wait here, okay?" Ashton said.

Alden left the room, leaving Sarah alone. Frustrated, she grabbed her purse and took out her phone, quickly dialing a number she often called in secret.

"Hey, what are you up to?" Sarah greeted casually.

"I was just about to put...