This area was conspicuously deserted. It was far from the typical clinic hustle and bustle.
Ellinor suspected Sophia was up to something again and edged towards the door of the consultation room, straining to catch the murmur of the voices within.
Fortunately, the soundproofing of the hospital room left much to be desired, and she could make out the conversation quite clearly.
Inside the room, Sophia was speaking with unusual politeness. "Dr. Tam, I scheduled an appointment with you yesterday for my husband. We need you to examine his legs and see if there's any chance for him to walk again."
The doctor nodded. "Ah, yes, Ms. Sophia. We've got everything ready. We can take your husband straight for the examination."
Sophia expressed her gratitude. "Thank you, Dr. Tam!"
Then she turned to the man in the wheelchair with a gentle tone. "Marcus, let Dr. Tam take a thorough look at you. He's one of the best orthopedic doctors around. If there's any glimmer of hope, he might be able to cure your legs."
Marcus sat in the wheelchair. His face was as expressionless as ever, and he merely grunted in response.
He doubted Sophia's sincerity in seeking treatment for his legs. If she truly desired his recovery, she would have sought the best medical help for him a long time ago, not just now.
Outside the room, Ellinor and Balfour exchanged glances. They had overheard the conversation and were both suspicious of Sophia's seemingly good intentions.
Sophia's primary tool in keeping Theo tethered to her was his inability to walk. It was the reason he could not escape her. Given her fear of losing Theo, how could she genuinely want to heal his legs? There must be a plot brewing.
Soon, they heard the sound of a wheelchair being pushed out of the room and approaching the door. They quickly moved to a concealed location.
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