48 Who’s More Precious?

“Do you need something to drink?” Steve asked, showing concern despite Anna trying to block him from talking to her. She didn’t want to talk to him so she shook her head; a sign that she didn’t need anything from him but Steve pushing. He held her hand and rubbed it gently… “What did the doctor say?” He asked remorsefully. Anna was moved but she was still angry. “Are you really asking me after you left me in the hospital? Where did you go? What was more important than my health?” She asked courageously. She didn't care about what he was going to say or do to her after all, her health had deteriorated to an extreme point and nothing could change that. “I was busy. I know you know I have things to attend to,” he said casually as if it didn't mean anything. It fueled Anna's anger even more. “What else was more important than being with me in the hospital, Steve?” She kept pushing. To her shock, Steve didn't get offended. He remained calm even when she started