Chapter 901

Even after the Seguins left, the fallout stayed.

No one had proof, but whispers spread fast. People treated Rhea like a criminal. She became an outcast—except for Jace.

Whenever rumors flared, Jace shut them down cold.

“This is a hospital, not a gossip mill. Knock it off,” he’d say, his tone like steel.

It quieted things, but only a little.

Back in his office, Rhea tried to smile. “Thank you for standing up for me.”

Jace looked at her. “If you don’t feel like smiling, don’t.”