Chapter 500
David glanced outside, feeling somewhat hesitant.
“It’s alright, just say it. If they come back, I will naturally know how to handle it p>
After the conversation with David yesterday, Eva had made up her mind. If she really wanted to convince Michael Cooper to let her leave this place, she had to take the initiative rather than being too passive. Otherwise, she might never be able to leave, and Michael Cooper’s psychological issues would never improve.
Seeing her clear eyes and resolute thoughts, David surmised that she probably had figured out a way to deal with the situation. Her willingness to take charge was more helpful than anything else. For David, as long as one was alive, there was hope for everything.
David continued talking about the children with Eva until Michael Cooper and Jane returned. Although David was not entirely sure about what happened between Eva and Adrian Blackwood, he often witnessed Eva’s interactions with the two children over the past five years, so he had plenty of topics to discuss regarding the kids.
Eva was particularly interested in the topic of her children. Even though David was not the best at expressing himself, Eva listened intently to every word he said. She could even infer her children’s personalities and imagine their expressions and appearances from his descriptions.
The more she thought about it, the gentler the expression became in Eva’s eyes.
David talked for quite a long time. He then noticed that it was getting late and Michael Cooper still hadn’t returned, so he said to Eva, “Ms. Hansen, let’s stop here for today. I shouldn’t stay too long p>
Stop now? Eva felt a bit disappointed, as she thought she could listen to more stories. Although reluctantly, considering that David had already spent quite a while with her, Eva didn’t press further.
After David left, Eva sat on the sofa, reminiscing about the information about the two children David mentioned. The more she thought about it, the happier she felt.
After some time, Jane came back.
Eva, lost in her thoughts, didn’t notice Jane’s arrival, inadvertently allowing Jane to witness a faint smile adorning Eva’s lips.
Jane thought she was mistaken and rubbed her eyes, only to realize she had not been mistaken at all. She blinked several times, struggling to process what she saw. Could it be that the psychologist’s sessions were working this quickly? Just the other day Eva wouldn’t speak, and today she was willing to talk, and now she was smiling?
Somehow, Jane felt that it couldn’t be that simple and that it was unrelated to the psychologist named Fennis.
Approaching Eva, she asked, “Ms. Hansen, you smiled p>
Caught in her musings and unaware someone had come in, Eva was brought back to reality by Jane’s voice, and the smile on her lips receded.
In an instant, Jane could no longer see the smile on her face, which disappeared so quickly she almost doubted her own eyes. “You’re back,” Eva said.
Jane nodded.
“Mr. Cooper and Dr. Fennis are still talking, I don’t know what about. If I could eavesdrop, then I would come back and tell you, Ms. Hansen p>
Eva quietly watched Jane, who had taken good care of her during this time. Initially, Eva had chosen her because she looked frail. If Eva decided to run or make any oppositional movements, Jane would be unable to stop her. However, unexpectedly, Jane had been extremely kind to her. Despite being paid by Michael Cooper, Jane seemed to side more with Eva.
“By the way, Ms. Hansen, I haven’t told Mr. Cooper that you have been eating well these past few days. Let him worry about you a little longer,” Jane added, as if she knew what Eva was thinking.
Eva curved her lips into a smile, thanking her.
This time, Jane was certain she hadn’t been mistaken; Ms. Hansen was indeed smiling. Jane also smiled, thinking that Ms. Hansen must be doing better now.
“Ms. Hansen, from now on, I will take good care of you every single day p>
Every single day?
Eva cast her eyes down, remaining silent. If possible, she wanted to leave this place as soon as possible.
Once she left, she would not see any of these people again.
Thus, Eva did not respond to her, but Jane started chattering away regardless.
“Ms. Hansen, you really scared me when you wouldn’t eat anything the other day p>
Eva found herself at a loss for words at the mention of the last few days. If David hadn’t told her about her children, she feared she might have continued to neglect herself until something serious happened. What would become of her two kids then? Just the thought made her shudder.
The horror of having no will to live was too real.
With a thought in mind, Eva pursed her lips and softly asked, “How long are they going to talk? Please tell Michael Cooper that I want to see him p>
Jane seemed surprised to hear this. “Ms. Hansen, you’re finally willing to see Mr. Cooper? Every time he’s come before, you haven’t wanted to interact with him p>
Indeed, some things must fall apart to make way for new beginnings. She wanted to leave this place; she couldn’t keep avoiding him forever.
Afterward, Jane left, planning to fetch Michael Cooper after his conversation with Fennis ended, so she waited near the door.
But after waiting a long time without Michael Cooper emerging, curiosity got the better of her. What could they possibly be discussing for so long?
Nearly an hour passed, and Jane could no longer contain her impatience. She approached and knocked on the study door. Knock-knock-
There was no response to her first knock, prompting Jane to knock again.
“Who is it p>
After a while, a cold voice came from inside.
Jane was startled by the icy tone but still gathered her courage. “Mr. Cooper, it’s me p>
There was silence inside for a moment, and then the door opened.
Seeing Michael Cooper, Jane was about to tell him that Ms. Hansen wanted to see him, but before she could speak, he said, “It’s you. How is she doing?” Interrupted, Jane had to answer his question first.
“Ms. Hansen doesn’t seem to be doing very well. She just threw up again p>
Fearing that Michael Cooper might send the psychologist away, Jane felt compelled to lie on Eva’s behalf.
As expected, as soon as she finished speaking, she saw Michael Cooper’s brow furrow.
Jane observed him, trying to get closer to hear what he was saying when she suddenly heard Michael Cooper say, “Go clean her up, and tell her I want to see her.” Jane paused. What kind of day was this?
Ms. Hansen had just mentioned wanting to see Mr. Cooper, and now Mr. Cooper also expressed the desire to see her. Jane nodded, “I’ll go back and tell Ms. Hansen.” Since Michael Cooper wanted to see Eva anyway, Jane didn’t bother to relay that Eva wanted to see him as well.