Embarrassing questions

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Lilian POV

"Yeah, it'll be fun!" Grace chimed in, her arm still linked with Lucas'. "We could all hang out and talk a little about us."

I pondered their proposal for a moment, feeling torn between accepting and declining. On one hand, I wanted to escape this awkward situation, but on the other hand, this could be an opportunity to clear the air with Grace.

but I felt compelled to accept, not wanting to raise any suspicions. With a hesitant smile, I finally responded, "Sure, why not? I could use a break."

We made our way out of the hospital and we stepped into the warm sunshine, Grace let out a big sigh," I'm relieved to be free of the hospital sterile walls and clinical atmosphere, sometimes it sucks."

Lucas nodded in agreement, his grip on Grace's hand tightening slightly. "I know what you mean. It's refreshing to be outside and just relax for a bit."

Lucas nodded in agreement, his grip on Grace's hand tightening slightly. "I know what you mean," he said, glancing across the stre