2024-03-01 10:36:16As he lay in his hospital bed the next morning, thoughts of worry consumed Evan's mind.
Just then, a glimmer of hope entered the room as Leo, Evan's long-time best friend, walked in. Evan's face lit up with surprise and joy.
"Leo?"he uttered in disbelief.
"Yes it's me, man. Long time no see," Leo responded, smiling.
It had been six years since he had seen or spoken to Leo, too preoccupied with his own troubles to reach out.
Leo's concern was evident in his voice as he asked, "I heard about your accident. Are you okay?"
Evan nodded, unable to find the right words to express his emotions. Leo pulled up a chair and held Evan's hand in his own.
Leo's gaze shifted towards the pile of bills resting on the bedside table, instantly grasping the weight of Evan's concerns. "Are these the bills? How much do you owe?"
Evan hesitated, but Leo snatched the bill from his hand.
Leo's expression fell, but he swiftly regained composure and reached for his wallet.
"Allow me to take care of it. I can cover the entire sum. You shouldn't have to worry about this right now," Leo asserted firmly.
Evan was taken aback by Leo's offer. He knew his friend was successful, but he never anticipated such generosity.
"I can't let you do that, man. It's too much," he protested.
"We've been best friends since childhood, man. Let me assist you now," He declared, his voice brimming with determination.
While Evan wondered how to refuse, the door swung open. His hospital room was filled with the presence of his mother-in-law and wife. Their eyes widened at the sight of a sharply dressed man standing before them.
A moment of confusion passed between them before Evan's mother-in-law broke the silence, "Who is he, Evan?"
"This is my best friend, Leo."
Leo smiled to Andrea politely, "I just promised Evan to pay all your bills."
Andrea's face softened as she gazed at Leo, gratitude evident in her eyes. "Oh, thank you so much, Leo. That's incredibly kind of you."
Leo simply nodded and offered a warm smile, "It's really no trouble at all. I'm just glad I could be of assistance."
Evan's mother-in-law couldn't help but notice the expensive suit Leo was wearing and couldn't resist asking, "So, what do you do for a living, Leo?"
Leo chuckled and replied, "I'm actually a businessman. I own the Alabama corporation."
"Wow, that's impressive," Mrs. Sanchez exclaimed, clearly amazed.
Leo spoked again, "I heard about Evan's accident and I came to visit and offer any help I could."
Mrs.Sanchez smiled and replied, "Evan is incredibly fortunate to have a best friend like you, Leo"
Evan's heart burned with jealousy once again, a familiar sensation that he couldn't shake off.
Leo had always been the epitome of financial stability, and although Evan tried to suppress his envy, it lingered within him.
"Leo has always been such a great friend," Evan forced the words out, his teeth clenched tightly, attempting to conceal his bitterness.
Mr. Sanchez, observing Evan's struggle, offered a sympathetic gaze. "Next time, Evan, try not to be so reckless."
Evan didn't answer, his shame intensifying.
Leo had always been the responsible one, the person who had their life perfectly in order. Meanwhile, Evan found himself confined to a hospital bed.
As the month went by, Evan's situation only worsened.
Stepping into the living room, he discovered his wife and her parents engaged in conversation. The words he overheard deeply wounded him.
"How much longer will he be useless, Andrea? How much longer will you tolerate this situation with that man?!"Mrs. Sanchez uttered a hurtful remark.
"Exactly. That man can no longer provide for you. Leave him and get a divorce!" Mr.Sanchez chimed in.
"I love Evan. I can't abandon him, especially in his time of need. He is my husband," Andrea defended.
"I'm telling you to divorce him. You won't gain anything from this marriage!” Mrs.Sanchez demanded.
Evan couldn't stand it. He shown up, "I heard everything you talked about."
"Glad you heard it!”Mrs. Sanchez said sarcastically.
“After all my hardwork just to provide for both of you, is this all I get?”
Suddenly Leo's voice echoed behind him, causing him to spin around in surprise.
"Hey there, everyone! Good evening!" Leo cheerfully greeted, his smile lighting up the room.
Mrs.Sanchez beamed at him, saying, "Oh, you're here, my future son in-law."
Evan's face twisted into a frown as he caught the sound of Andrea's mother referring to Leo as her son-in-law.
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