Resting in the hospital made her feel some kind of weakness that Elise did not appreciate, till somehow Alejandro noticed and ensured her discharge papers were processed faster.
Now they were back to the house, as Alejandro’s car just drove into the mansion. The excitement Elise was beginning to force out died as soon as she noticed that Diane was not part of the staff waiting for her.
Which meant she was not back from her leave.
She sighed, reaching to unlock the door before Alejandro rushed to her side.
“Take it easy,” he smiled, “Let me help you.”
She nodded, then stepped out when he did. Stepping into the house compared to how she had left only made the weight in her chest feel heavier.
Because her family was still there to deal with, there was her insecurity with Mariana, an
