Ste, struggling to support his weight, felt overwhelmed.
Leslie, quickly noticing Matthew’s deteriorating state, squatted before him with a worried expression.
She spoke softly, maintaining herposure.
“Matthew, Listen to me.
Do as I say.
Take deep breaths.
Imagine you’re in a spacious,fortable, and safe ce…”
Gently, she guided him through the process.
Clutching Matthew’s hand, Ste sensed him gradually rxing.
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“Thank you, Leslie.
Your presence has been a blessing.
I wouldn’t have known what to do without you.
”
As Matthew gradually regained hisposure, Leslie let out a sigh of relief.
She turned to Ste, her smile warm and reassuring.
“Matthew is a client of my father’s.
It’s my responsibility to help him Leslie then directed her attention to Matthew.
Her voice grew soft with concern as she asked, “Matthew, do you have ustrophobia? If so, you should also seek psychological treatment.
Otherwise…”
Ste felt a twinge of difort upon observing the concerned expression on Leslie’s face.
Torn between concern for Matthew’s health and a sense of intimacy between him and Leslie, she observed the exchange quietly.
“I’m fine.
” Noticing Ste’s shifting emotions, Matthew embraced her.
“Right now, my wife is my priority.
”
Ste’s heart skipped a beat as she met Matthew’s gaze.
“We’ll go see Dr.
Mateo Agur after dinner, okay?” he asked softly, lowering his head.
His tender and assertive voice gave Ste a sense of security.
“Okay.
” She nodded, her smile reflecting her trust in his decision.
After that, Matthew turned to Leslie, indicating that it was time for her to leave.
“Thank you, Leslie.
I’ll be taking my wife out for dinner now.
”
Leslie understood Matthew’s subtle hint.
With a slight purse of her lips, she bid them farewell.