Since Alicia couldn t see Jeffery herself, she watched Myla closely, reading her expression for any sign of trouble. A worried look from Myla sent a jolt of anxiety through Alicia. Myla, how is Jeffery? Is his injury really that bad?

Myla paused for a moment, her eyes darting away without her realizing it, before she rushed to speak. That is not the case. Jeffery has always been tough. Even with a severe wound, he will recover quickly and be up and moving again in just a few days.

Is it really that bad? Alicia s voice trembled as she spoke.

At that moment, the doctor chimed in, It s not as bad as it seems, but the wound is deep. The blade was small, yet it cut with enough force to leave a mark. The stitches are holding well, and since the weather is cool, healing will come along in time. There s no need to worry too much.

After a short pause, the doctor addressed Jeffery more seriously. I do need to tell you, though, wounds on the back often scar more easily. You can use some scar cream later on, but the mark may not go away completely.

Jeffery answered right away, I m not bothered about a scar on me. What about Alicia s? She s always cared about her looks.

A flush crept up Alicia s cheeks, and she blurted out, Jeffery, stop saying things like that.

Completely unfazed, the doctor continued his work. Her neck injury isn t deep at all, and the stitches were done with care. If she keeps the area clean, the scar will fade over time.

This prompted Linsey to remember something. Jeffery, there s something I should mention. Your injury wasn t stitched up by this doctor. Compared to Alicia s, your scar might look a little crooked.

Hearing that, Alicia couldn t help but burst out laughing, though she tried her best not to move too much and aggravate her wound.

Linsey, I ll admit, I was worried my scar would end up looking terrible. But hearing you and the doctor reassure me, I feel a lot better. Thank you both, Alicia said, her cheeks still tinged with color.

Appearance had started to matter more to her, just as Jeffery had pointed out. In the past, Alicia hadn t paid much attention to such things, but since meeting Jeffery, she had grown a little more particular and softer in her habits.

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Once the doctor finished up, he wasted no time leaving the room. His words had spread a sense of relief throughout the group.

Their conversation turned casual, and out of nowhere, Jeffery asked, Linsey, have you seen Collin? It s odd. He s usually always nearby, but I haven t seen him today.

That single question drew everyone s attention to Linsey, catching her off guard. As she sat in silence, Jeffery narrowed his eyes in suspicion. Is something wrong? Did Collin do something to upset you?

The moment he said that, the Lawsons faces shifted.

Myla let out a frustrated sigh. You two just remarried, didn t you? Don t tell me Collin s caused trouble again.

Even Cruz, who had kept quiet until now, spoke up with concern. If Collin s giving you grief, just let us know, Linsey. We ll be right here for you.

Alicia s brow furrowed as well, and she said gently, Linsey, you and Collin seemed happy at the banquet last night. Did something happen between you?

With questions coming from every side, Linsey found herself unable to get a word in.

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