Later that evening, Kathrine stopped by hospital to check on Hugo after work before heading to Anna's home.
"You're becoming quite the regular visitor," Anna teased as Kathrine stepped inside, noticeably more relaxed than usual.
Kathrine always carried herself with quiet confidence whenever she walked in, but Anna knew better. That calm exterior was often just armor. Today, though, something about her seemed lighter. Less guarded.
"I didn't come here to visit you," Kathrine replied, her tone calm but deliberate.
Anna's smile slowly faded. "Then why did you come?" she asked, curiosity replacing her playfulness.
"She came to meet me."
Daniel's voice cut through the room as he walked in. He took the seat beside Anna, his arm stretching casually along the back of the headboard as he leaned closer to her. The gesture was natural, protective without being obvious.
Anna blinked, clearly trying to catch up with whatever was happening.
