I looked back when I heard the voice, and the familiar face in front of me gradually came closer. Surprised, we both exclaimed in unison.
"Caroline?"
"Madam?"
Jason looked at Caroline, then at me with a smile on his face. "So, Miss Lane is Madam Grant?"
I smiled awkwardly. Caroline walked up to me with the lunch box. She put the box down, then took my hand. "Madam, where did you go last night? I heard you ran away from home early this morning. I was terrified. You didn't take your phone with you, so I couldn't get in touch."
It turned out someone still cared.
My eyes dimmed slightly. Then, facing Caroline, I smiled. "I went to my friend's place. Don't worry, Caroline. Was Nicky the one who said I ran away?"
"Yes, Miss Doyle told me what happened last night. Madam, I'm sure the sir is regretting it very much now. Will you come back with me?" Caroline took me out and went out.
I let go of her hand. Shaking my head, I asked, "Did he ask about me?"
I did not need to mention a name. I believed Caroline knew who I was talking about.
Even though I knew the answer deep down, I still wanted to get confirmation from Caroline.
Caroline very obviously paused. Her eyes flickered slightly as she slowly replied, " The sir, he... went out very early in the morning. I missed him..."
"It’s okay, Caroline. You don’t need to explain, I get it." There was disappointment in my tone.
Back then, Theo would not leave me outside for so long.
Sighing secretly, I laughed at myself and chuckled. "Caroline, I won't be going back yet."
"But-"
Before Caroline could finish, Jason interrupted her, "Mom, aren't you here to see me? Why are you talking to my patient?
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