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    After thest test was done, Elsa had already arranged for a room in the orthopedics ward for Belen.

    As the elevator doors slid open, Brenna and the others guided the bed down the hall. Elsa stood nearby, arms folded, her gaze fixed on the group. Her expression, once warm, hardened the moment Brenna came into view.

    Given Belen’s injury and the current situation, Elsa kept her sharp words to herself, at least for now. She wasn’t about to start trouble, not wanting to upset Belen. Still, as soon as Brenna pushed the bed out of the elevator, Elsa deliberately pushed past her, giving her a cold, warning nce.

    Ethan caught the silent exchange and gave Brenna a reassuring nod, hoping tofort her.

    Bess had seen enough to recognize Elsa’s open dislike for Brenna. She quietly let go of the bed. There were plenty of hands to guide it, so she knew she was not needed. She didn’t want Brenna to have a negative impression of her.

    She stayed back tofort Brenna, saying, “Don’t mind my aunt Elsa. She’s just not good with people. For as long as I can remember, she has always been blunt, often speaking and treating people without regard for their feelings.” Those words made Brenna feel better. It struck her as odd that someone like Elsa—famous throughout the country as an artist and a singer—could go through life without learning a bit of tact.

    Brenna remembered meeting Bess at Belen’s house before. Bess had been mean to her at the time, but once she discovered that Brenna was rted to Dalton, her attitude had softened right away.

    Even though the shift puzzled her, Brenna chose to ept Bess’ kindness this time.

    Brenna said, “It’s really okay. I’m used to it by now,” she said inly. “Every time she sees me, she’s got something mean to say. She just can’t stand me, and she definitely doesn’t want me being with Ethan.”

    Bess rolled her eyes. “That’s just how she is. She wants to control everything around her. She and Ethan fight constantly. He often goes to Grandma’s house just to get a break from her. Even Grandma thinks Elsa’s a handful. So really, the problem’s hers, not yours. Personally, I think you’re great. You’re smart, kind, and good-looking.”

    With no attempt to hide her real intention, Bess said, “Besides, you’re rted to Dalton, the famous star. I’m a huge fan of him. I went to his concert not long ago and saw you give him flowers on stage. What exactly is your rtionship with him?”

    Curiosity sparkled in Bess’ eyes as she looked at Brenna, waiting for an answer. Brenna met her gaze and answered, “Dalton is one of my older brothers. I thought you knew thatst time.” She realized Bess was straightforward and liked that about her.

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    Bess could hardly believe it. “Wait, really? I figured you two were rtedst time, but I didn’t want to assume.” Her voice trembled with excitement. If that were true, maybe she’d get to see Dalton one day if she visited Brenna’s home.

    With a quick nod, Brenna confirmed it. “Yeah.”

    The two of them chatted at the door. Brenna peeked in; doctors were still giving instructions to Elsa and the others.

    Soon, Elsa escorted the doctor out. When she saw Brenna still standing there, her face darkened in anger.

    Elsa wasted no time striding over. “You sure have some nerve. My son has already ended things with you, yet you still keep hanging around. Don’t you understand he has moved on? He doesn’t like you anymore!”

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