“It’s quite the coincidence, Miss Lawrence.


    I had just finished work and here you are,” Rhett remarked, a hint of surprise still in his voice.


    “Indeed, quite the coincidence.


    And while we’re on the subject, I haven’t yet thanked you for the other day, Mr.


    Bates,” Nicole said, recalling how Rhett had intervened when she faced the danger posed by Doreen.


    During that critical moment, Rhett had dashed over, heedless of his own safety.


    Though Jarrod had been the one to ultimately step in closer and save Nicole, Rhett’s readiness to help hadn’t gone unnoticed.


    Furthermore, Rhett’s continuous assistance with the ongoingwsuit had been invaluable.


    “There’s no need for thanks, Miss Lawrence.


    We’ve known each other for some time, and we’ve coborated extensively.


    We’re sort of friends,” Rhett responded, his voice warm with genuine humility.


    Rhett’s consistently kind and gentle demeanor left Nicole asionally wondering if there was anything that could truly ruffle hisposure.


    “still, I feel I owe you a proper thank you,” Nicole remarked, determined to acknowledge his efforts.


    “Then perhaps you could treat me to a meal sometime?” Rhett suggested with a Light tone.


    “Sure,” Nicole responded, her smile reflecting her gratitude.


    Assuming Nicole was on her way home, Rhett began driving in that direction, familiar with the route from previous visits.


    However, as they traveled, he couldn’t help but notice Nicole’splexion turning increasingly pale.


    “Miss Lawrence, are you feeling unwell?” he asked, concern marking his voice.


    “I… A little,” Nicole admitted, her voice weak.


    She had been looking forward to resting at home, but her stomach difort was intensifying, and her pallor deepened.


    Recognizing the urgency, Rhett didn’t hesitate.


    He swiftly turned the car around and headed straight for the hospital, prioritizing her immediate need for medical attention.


    Upon their arrival at the hospital, Nicole was swiftly ced in a wheelchair and whisked away for examination.


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    Rhett remained by her side throughout the process.


    The medical team quickly diagnosed her with abdominal cramps, likely exacerbated by the cold.


    The pain originating from here abdomen had led Nicole to mistakenly believe her stomach was the issue.


    The attending physician provided a saline solution appropriate for pregnant women and briefed Rhett on Nicole’s care, mistaking him for a rtive due to his attentive presence.


    Rhett listened intently, nodding as he took in the instructions, his demeanor reflecting his seriousmitment to Nicole’s well-being.


    He respected her privacy and refrained from probing into the details of her pregnancy, which Nicole found immensely relieving.


    Any questions about it could have created an ufortable situation, especially since Rhett was well aware of herplicated rtionship with Jarrod.


    Nicole was keen to keep the details of her pregnancy discreet, particrly the association with Jarrod.


    Once she began to feel better, Nicole checked her phone and noticed several missed calls from Davina.


    Concerned, she promptly returned the call.


    Davina’s voice came through tearful and anxious.


    “Miss Lawrence, are you okay? I called that driver, and he said he dropped you off.


    I’ve been trying to reach him repeatedly, and then he just blocked me.


    I was so worried…”


    Nicole quickly reassured Davina, “I’m okay, honestly.


    I just felt a bit under the weather and got myself to the hospital.


    A friend apanied me.


    ”


    Davina, while somewhat relieved, remained concerned, pressing, “Which hospital? I’lle right away.


    ”


    “There’s really no need,” Nicole replied, mindful of Davina’s earlier alcohol consumption.


    “You should head home and rest.


    I’m in capable hands here.


    I’ll manage on my own after the IV.


    ”


    “I can’t leave you alone.Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org.


    ” Davina persisted, worry evident in her voice.


    “I should be there with you.


    ”


    “Truly, it’s unnecessary,” Nicole gently said.


    “My friend is here, and he’ll see me hometer.


    By the time you arrive, I’ll likely be finished with the IV.


    Please, go home and rest.


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