Ethan gripped her shoulders gently and spoke in a low voice. "It's going to be okay. Both Grandpa and Dennis will pull through. Don't be scared."

Even with Ethan's comfort, Amelia couldn't calm her nerves. Anxiety twisted inside her, making her chest feel tight. She closed her eyes, nodded weakly, and tried to hold herself together.

Time dragged on painfully. After what felt like ages, but was really just half an hour, the doors to the emergency room finally swung open. Kevin and Dennis were wheeled out almost at the same time. A doctor followed close behind, announcing that both of them had made it through. The procedures were successful, and they were safe.

Amelia's legs gave out as relief crashed over her. She dropped to the floor, arms braced against the tiles, and let herself breathe for the first time all night.

"Thank goodness... they're alright..."

Ethan quickly helped her up, steadying her until she could stand. Together, they joined the rest of the family and made their way to Kevin's hospital room.

This hospital belonged to the Lane family. The director, Lauren, had rushed over as soon as she heard the news. She personally made sure Kevin and Dennis were given the most secure, private VIP rooms right next to each other.

Lauren and the doctor explained everything to Amelia and Ethan. Kevin had fainted because he was overwhelmed by shock. His body just couldn't take it and he'd need time to recover. There was still some risk, so he had to rest and watch out for complications. Dennis had swallowed too many sleeping pills, but luckily, he was brought in fast and the amount wasn't life-threatening. After having his stomach pumped and getting fluids, he'd just need to stay overnight for observation. If nothing happened, he could go home.

Once Lauren and the doctor left, Amelia finally let herself relax. She took a deep, shaky breath and felt some of the weight lift from her shoulders.

Ethan's voice was soft. "Grandpa's still out. We'll talk in the morning."

Amelia nodded. Things hadn't gone exactly as planned, but somehow, the ending was still what she'd hoped for.

The next morning, both Kevin and Dennis woke up.

Amelia didn't want to upset Kevin, so she sat quietly beside his bed, holding a cup of water. Her voice was gentle. “Grandpa, are you thirsty? Hungry? Should I have someone bring you breakfast?"

Kevin's eyes opened just a little. He looked around the room, taking in everyone there, but his gaze finally settled on Amelia. His lips, pale and dry, trembled as he tried to speak,

Before he could say much, Amelia leaned close and whispered, "Dennis is awake, He's alright. The doctorsz saved him, and he'll be able to go.. home soon He's in the next room. If you want to see him, I can bring him over."

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Kevin waved her off. "No, let him rest. Help me sit up."

Amelia stood and signaled to Ethan to adjust the bed. She grabbed a pillow from the

sofa and tucked it behind Kevin's back, then handed him the water.

“Grandpa, do you want to eat something? I can ask someone to bring food."

He shook his head and took a sip of water. Then he reached out his hand toward her. "Give me what you found last night."

Amelia hesitated, confused for a moment. "What do you mean?"

Kevin's tone grew heavier. "The things from Dennis's room."

Realization hit. Amelia fished in her pocket, pulled out the folded note and the bottle of sleeping pills, and placed them in his hand.

Kevin picked up the pill bottle first, his face dark as he stared at it. "Dennis took these?"

Amelia nodded, looking down. Her voice was barely above a whisper. “Yes.”

Kevin's voice grew even more serious. "How did Dennis get sleeping pills?"

Amelia's head dropped lower.

"They're mine. I had trouble sleeping a while back, so I got some, but

only used them for

Tew days

didn't notice Dennis had taken them.

I was shocked when I found out."

She snuck a quick glance up at Kevin. His eyes might have been clouded with age,

but they still held a fierce intensity.