Chapter 786

Before long, Matteo walked into the hospital ward. "Ms. Scott, Mr. Larson asked me to take you home." "Got it." Maeve struggled to get out of bed as she found it exceptionally difficult. However, Matteo made no move to assist her and let her hobble out of the room with great effort. He followed behind and matched her slow pace with the precision of a machine tasked with a mission. Maeve winced in pain, and a nearby nurse hurried over to support her. She turned to Matteo and said, "Sir, can't you see your wife is in pain? At least help her out." Matteo's face tightened in irritation. Maeve quickly interjected, "Miss, he's not my husband. He's just a friend." "Even friends should lend a hand." The nurse insisted and placed Maeve's hand on Matteo's arm. Matteo was about to withdraw, but the nurse added, "This patient is injured and needs support while walking. If her wound opens up again, she'll need to visit the hospital again for another round of treatment." "Thank you, Miss.