Burned Once, Never Again (Niamh and Castiel)

Niamh had never really gotten to know Macy. Considering what had happened, an apology was the least she could do.

The more Castiel thought about it, the angrier he became.

Before he could speak, Macy interrupted, "However, next time..."

It seemed she sensed his frustration, so she paused briefly and then added, "Next time, I won't be so lenient. This time, it's only because of you."

Hearing that, Castiel replied with firm determination, "Don't worry. There won't be a next time. Having endured one such event was already too much. He would never allow it to happen again. Just as Castiel was about to say more, someone knocked on the door, and

a doctor and nurse entered.

The doctor respectfully said to Castiel, "Mr. Jamison, Ms. Duncan's condition requires her to rest. It's best to let her have some peace."

Castiel hummed in acknowledgment. He then stood up and said to Macy, Don't worry too much. Just rest well. I'll take care of everything." His last line was a reassurance to her.

Upon hearing that, Macy smiled. Her smile was radiant and calming, like the presence of an angel.

When Castiel and the doctor exited the ward, Lucian promptly followed

them.

Castiel asked the doctor, "Are there any potential complications from the

infection?"

"It's inherently dangerous. Surgery needs to be done as soon as possible," the doctor replied.

Castiel's heart sank once more. Macy had been in the emergency room twice, and she looked significantly worse than before.

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Every time he spoke with the doctor, it was about the surgery, hoping he could quickly find a living donor so that Macy could undergo the surgery as soon as possible.

The doctor added, "It's not that we want to rush you. You've been adamant about wanting Ms. Duncan to recover so her wounds can't be left to heal on their own. If they are left untreated, she may lose any chance of recovery" Seeing that Castiel remained silent, he continued, "However, if the wounds. continue to be untreated and infected, there's a risk of irreversible damage.

"I see." Castiel's expression was grim.Property of Nô)(velDr(a)ma.Org.

Lucian, who followed behind them, also felt a growing sense of concern. He had been in charge of the matter and knew just how crucial a live organ donation was for Macy.

However, no matter how financially strained someone might be, they wouldn't sell their eyes for cash. Money was of no use if one had lost their sight.

Castiel was already in a bad mood, and the visit to the hospital only made it worse. Deep down, Niamh and Macy were in stark contrast to each other. There was a time when Niamh was just as kind and considerate. However, he never expected that beneath her kind smile, there would be...

The next moment, he punched the wall, leaving a streak of blood.

Witnessing that, Lucian, who trailed behind, tensed up all over.

Back at the café, Niamh was working late. It was yet another sleepless night for her.

The team was caught up in their hectic work when the door was suddenly slammed open. The noise made everyone pause their work and look up. Some of the ladies' eyes sparkled when they saw it was Castiel.

Castiel was a well-known figure in Greenburg! However, when they saw the chill in his eyes, everyone turned to look at Niamh.

Niamh was looking at Castiel as well. Noting his icy presence, she closed her eyes briefly and then got up.

As soon as Castiel approached, she hurled the coffee in front of her straight at him. "Get out!" she yelled.

Everyone, including Quinn, was left speechless.

Niamh was clearly angry. Castiel had barely left, and now he was back again! Sharp as she was, she knew the reason behind his return. Clan