The elevator halted at the ground level. Claudia discovered a secluded spot and intended to wait for her driver's arrival.

However, Anthony was like her shadow, always in close proximity.

Attempting to communicate with Claudia, Anthony reached for her wheelchair. Claudia abruptly knocked his hand away with the CT scan report she held and declared, "Keep your hands off me!"

The paper was frail and rolled, and it inflicted no real pain. The repulsion in Claudia's eyes, however, was unmistakable.

A pang of heartache and bitterness enveloped Anthony.