Chapter 1852

The word 'before' felt too far away now. Not something worth mentioning anymore. Naomi pressed her lips together slightly and shifted her gaze. "You should… " "I used to think my career was the most important thing." That low, quiet voice cut in, falling softly into her ears. "With you at home, I thought I didn't have to worry." She turned to look at him instantly, surprised. She had not expected him to answer. As her gaze met his, he went on, "But I forgot, Home isn't just yours. It's ours. I shouldn't have left everything to you alone." He looked at her with deep and heavy eyes, something different glimmering within them. That depth, that emotion, was not the Scott she used to know. She met his eyes and felt her own gaze shift. "It's all in the past now," she said softly. Then, she looked toward the IV area. "John is still getting his drip. I need to keep an eye on him. You should have dinner. It's getting late." Her eyes were calm and peaceful. Scott said nothing. He simp