Chapter 14

Chapter 14
The doctor stumbled to a stop in front of them, panting and with her hands on her knees as she attempted to take a breath. She was wearing some makeup, and her black hair was also pulled back into a bun. Her smile had caused Rory to feel a little uneasy. She was very attractive and a little tall.

That voice is one Eren would recognize anywhere. It appeared as though, among all of his cousins, she was the only one he liked.

He grinned. Rory noticed his smile. Her gaze returned to the doctor. Who was she to smile at Eren? Never before had he grinned so broadly. He had never before, as far as she knew, smiled like that.

"I'll handle it from here," she said to Rory. As soon as Rory left Eren's side, she reached for his hand.

“Amelia.” He called while grinning slightly. "You were aware I was here."

“Of course," she replied, guiding Eren to the office as Rory followed them.

She brushed off her slight feelings of resentment and jealousy. Who was she to worry about him in the first place?

Who was this person, and why did she refer to Eren as her brother? Eren was the only son of his parents. She had heard it from Caroline.

They may have gotten along so well so quickly because Amelia was only a year younger than him. When he was younger, his cousins spent a few months living at the mansion. He had never confided in anyone else because Amelia was the only one who had played with him despite being blind.

“When your brothers visited, you didn't come over.” Eren said. She had been so busy at the hospital that she hadn't had time to go see Eren. "However, I get it. You are the only one who doesn't like getting orders from your father.”

She laughed. "I apologize for not dropping by after so many years. You, of all people, ought to be aware that because they are preoccupied with their patients' wellbeing, doctors don't have time to go out to eat or enjoy themselves.”

Oh, she's a relative of his. In response to Amelia being too close to Eren, Rory rolled her eyes. Cousins don't always hold hands or get this close to one another. Inwardly, she murmured.

The guards remained outside the door as they went into the private office. Amelia assisted Eren in taking a seat. She placed both her hands on her hips. "Apart from the beards, you haven't changed at all." She teased.

Eren put his legs up on the desk. "Amelia, don't make fun of me." He felt his beard with his hand under his chin.

"What brought you here? You should remain at home. That way, you will be safe.” She was aware of his childhood accident. Eren had revealed to her what Mr. Lewis had said.

“I just wanted to come out for some fresh air.”

“And you made the hospital your choice for that?” While sitting down next to him, she questioned.

“The hospital is mine. I act as I please.” He grinned. Rory could tell he wanted something right away when he snapped his hand.

“Yes, young master.” She moved toward him.

"Instead, get me some tea, not coffee.” He said.

"Sir, I'll get that for you," said Doris.

Eren shook his head. "She'll take care of it." He indicated Rory, whose head was still bowed. Simply let her know where the tea is. She will make it. She's familiar with my tea preferences.”

Amelia gave him a glance. She said, "I see. You’ve gotten yourself a new toy.”

As soon as he heard the door close, Eren grinned. "She's a moron. She is not at all entertaining and she also makes lots of mistakes.”

Amelia remarked, "She's pretty.”

He stated plainly, "She is a maid.”

Doris led the way out of the office, and Rory followed her into the hallway. The sights Rory saw left her speechless. She had hoped that one day she would complete her education and work at the hospital, treating patients. Rory followed Doris as she went to the kitchen. She could see where the kitchenware was stored.

Doris assisted her in setting a new mug down on the table and helped Rory in starting the water to boil so that she could prepare Eren’s cup of tea.

“Thank you.” As Doris gave her the milk jar, Rory said to her. “Two spoons of sugar and a splash of milk are how he prefers his tea to be served.” Rory remarked as she added the hot water after adding the sugar and cocoa powder to the cup of milk.
“Is he usually this bossy?” asked Doris. Rory looked at Doris as she steered Eren's tea.

She gave a headshake. "Not at all. Actually, he is a nice guy who struggles with trust issues,” she said as she held the tray in both hands. "I suppose that explains why he is that way."

“Oh, I see.”

After finding her way out of the room, Rory hurried into Eren's private office to bring him tea. She placed the tray on the desk.

Eren remarked, "You've already returned."

“Yes, young master.” He had expected that she would first take a brief stroll around the hospital before bringing him his tea, but she made no such attempt. Rory handed him the cup after lifting it. She asked, "Do you need anything else?"

He took a sip, then lifted his legs from the table and placed the tea cup there. "Why don't you check out the view from the hospital? Amelia and I need some time together. As it is, there is a lot to discuss.”

"No, young master, I'm all right here.” Rory was hesitant to leave the room.

"Rory, I want you to go. I'll be alright. She can be trusted.” As soon as he finished speaking, Rory and Doris turned to leave.

She wanted to scream when she reached the passage, but Doris was there, so she restrained herself. “I'll show you around the hospital. Since you arrived here, I can tell that you are interested in seeing the view.”

Rory giggled apprehensively. “Was I really that obvious?” Doris nodded in response to her question.

“Let’s go.” Doris said, as Rory followed from behind.

Rory was thrilled. Rory was given a tour of the hospital's various room types. She eagerly anticipated receiving her own degree so she could begin working at the hospital as well. Despite wearing scrubs, the doctors looked sharp.

Eren left the room with Amelia a few hours later.

Rory had gotten the tour she wanted. She was eager to tell Caroline everything she had observed while visiting the hospital. At the private office's entrance, Mr. Lewis had also met them and was getting ready to leave.

Rory took her place back behind Eren's back.

"I'll find time to come see you again." Amelia said as she embraced Eren tightly. "Take care of yourself, and make sure you go to the hospital if you experience any headaches. Okay?”

Eren nodded. “You must visit. Okay?”

“I will.” Amelia gave Mr. Lewis a glance. "Please look after him. Although he is weak, he will not speak.

"Yes, I'll look after him."

When Amelia saw Rory, she turned to face her and waved. She smiled at Rory, and she got a nod in return.

She uttered "Bye" as she observed Eren leave the hospital.

Mr. Lewis turned to Eren as they approached the car and then paused before getting in. “"Are you now satisfied?" He asked. He said, "I told you the hospital was in order.

In agreement, Eren nodded. “Indeed.” He sighed. He will return to the mansion and won't be able to leave the house until the beginning of the following month.

Something about which he was uncertain.

Rory helped Eren into the vehicle, and the driver then took them back to the mansion.

Eren had a change of heart that evening and sat down to dinner with Mr. Lewis. After all these years, he was happy to finally speak with Amelia, and it surprised him even more that she recognized him. After dinner, he smiled and rose from his chair to return to his room.

As soon as he finished taking a bath, Rory got him ready for bed. He recalled that he wanted to punish her for blocking him in retaliation when Doris didn’t know who he was, but he decided to let Rory go instead.

Rory had been hounded by him ever since they arrived at the hospital, but he was unable to express his regret for his behavior. He was her boss; he didn't have to say sorry.

He closed his eyes and laid his head on his pillow. The way Rory was making him feel bothered him. He dislikes being nice.

He doesn't want them to lose respect for him if he tries to be more amiable. He had always instilled fear in the maids, and so it would remain, and Rory was no exception.

“On your way out, turn out the light, and make sure you arrive on time tomorrow.” Rory heard Eren's last words and did as he said before closing the door behind her.