Chapter 24

Yugjae stood next to Ryeon, sending messages to everyone to inform them that everything had gone well and that Lucy was happy. In the evening, it was hard for them to say goodbye. Jaesun wanted to hug her best friend, but had to settle for handshakes and kisses on Lucy cheek.

Lucy had managed to take a long nap and was more awake now. On the first night, Ryeon had insisted that he would love to stay by her side, but understanding that Lucy might need her parents, he would leave if he had to.

"Hello," the doctor returned. His smile was the same as hours before, but it grew even brighter as he looked at Lucy. "How is my patient doing?"

"She felt some pain a few minutes ago, Dr. Gu," Sun-ha whispered. "But I called a nurse, and she gave Lucy something to help ease the pain."

"I see," the man smiled at the concerned mother, noting the tiredness in her eyes, and then turned his gaze to Lucy. "So, is it better