A Second Chance at Forever (Eleanor and Bernard) novel Chapter 159

She made a note of the room number and walked towards the flower shop beside the hospital, quickly buying a basket of flowers.

When she returned, she met Hailey, who had just arrived in a hurry.

"Eleanor, why are you at the hospital? Is your heart causing you discomfort?"

Feeling anxious about catching Austin in the act, Hailey stopped worrying about her own issue as soon as she saw Eleanor. Instead, she switched to showing concern for her friend.

Eleanor felt warmed and reassured by this concern, "I'm fine. Dr. Terrill asked me to pick up some medications, that's why I'm here."

Relieved, Hailey replied, "It's good that you're alright, Eleanor."

Eleanor handed Hailey the basket of flowers, "Since you're going to visit your sister-in-law, it's only natural to bring some flowers."

Understanding Eleanor's intent, Hailey accepted the basket, "Eleanor, you're always so considerate."

Eleanor reached forward to hold Hailey's arm, offering her support, "Let's go, I'll accompany you."

Holding onto Eleanor, Hailey felt more composed than she had been previously. With her, she could face whatever awaited her behind the door.

She forced a smile and walked into the hospital room with a basket of flowers.

Eleanor subtly nudged Hailey's elbow, prompting her to divert her attention from the pregnant woman and offer a warm smile. Hailey then presented a basket of flowers to Austin.

"By the way, why didn't you inform me about your sister's illness? I happen to know a doctor at the State Medical Institute, and if you had informed me earlier, I could have recommended her. Public hospitals are more cost-effective than private ones, so why waste money?"

Hailey's final statement carried an implication that choosing a private hospital instead of a public one indicated a sense of guilt.

Austin's expression faltered briefly before he covered it up: "My sister didn't have any medical insurance, so it would be the same for her to go to a public or a private hospital."

Hailey responded with a casual laugh, "But this is a well-known upscale hospital in A City. It's way more expensive than a public one."