Chapter 22

Alessa was happy because her friendship with Elijah was gradually returning. She had mastered the behavior of the young man when he was not in the mood to talk to everyone. She knew when she should speak or not. His head still hurt from time to time, but she was always there by his side. She still hadn’t returned to being a private nurse. He also helped to look for the new one, but Elijah himself was unwilling.

“I don’t like her. She’s too talkative,” said Elijah as they drank tea in the garden.

“But even though Cheska is like that, she’s kind and trustworthy.”

Cheska was her friend in college and even though they weren’t very close, she knew she had a good record. Hardworking and reliable nurse.

“How did you know?” he frowned when he asked. “I thought you were just school mates in college?”

Alessa seemed to understand what he wanted to convey to her.

“Elijah, I know you have a trust issue, but if you’re going to be picky about who will be your pr