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"That's why I'm here to ask you for advice; so, what do you suppose we do?" I asked.
He paused and leaned back into his chair, staring at the ceiling and scanning for answers.
"Wait, I think I have something," he announced as he sat upright. "Remember how you asked me to take care of Olivia while she reported to you?"
"You mean when I helped you set up a meeting with the fated love of your life?" I reminded him.
"Idiot, but yes," he frowned. "You could just do the same thing you did with me. A partnership. Think of it like how you place Olivia in my hands to provide the best environment, but she reports to you and works under your name. You could do the same thing."
"A partnership between two of us?" Stacy asked for clarification.
"Well, between you and Ethan, that is," he emphasized. "What I mean is that you two should become partners. That way, you can retain your name but are recognized as a part of Ethan's business. You'd get more patients that way, and Ethan can support you with all the equipment you need."
"I feel dumb," Stacy said. "I didn't even think about that."
"Same here," I sighed. "It was just a low-hanging fruit situation."
"You're okay with the idea?" Ben asked Stacy.
"I was worried that if the hospital is sold, it would lose its identity. But with this offer, Mom's dream and mine can remain alive and even thrive," she said. "I feel ashamed that I didn't think of this option. I'm okay with it."
"I'm glad to be of help," Ethan said with a smile, then turned to me. "Are you finally coming back or you're going back to Glenn?"
"I'm still here," I replied as I got to my feet. "But I'll be heading home to drop off my things."
"That's okay," he said. "Olivia and I might call in for that favor sooner or later."
"No problem," I avowed.
Stacy got up as well. "Thank you so much, Dr. Sullivan."
"Just Ben is fine," he said, "and you're welcome."
She bowed gently and we left.
"Thank you for bringing me here," Stacy said.
"I still don't know why I didn't think of it," I said, still upset about the whole thing.
"It's normal for you not to pick up on things that easy. I'm more surprised thatIdidn't think of it," she said with an impish grin on her face.
"That was a low blow." I touched my stomach and faked being in pain.
She smiled. "Alright, so drop me off at my apartment, so I can arrange my stuff."
"What apartment?" I raised a brow. "You're staying with me."
Stacy
He wasn't kidding. My eyes widened as the sight unfolded before me. Nestled amid meticulously landscaped gardens, Ethan’s mansion exuded an aura of opulence. The exterior walls, adorned with intricate architectural details, gleamed in the warm sunlight. A grand entrance framed by towering columns welcomed me, hinting at the luxury within.
Ethan drove into a vast garage, more like a gallery that showcased an impressive array of twelve cars. The sports cars gleamed like polished jewels, each a testament to power and speed. The luxury sedans exuded an air of sophistication, their sleek lines a perfect blend of style and comfort.
"Why do you have so many cars?" I couldn't help asking. "If I recall correctly, I've only seen you drive three of these."
"Men have this impulsive urge to buy toys if they have a lot of money. Simply because the toy looks cool," he replied with a knowing shrug.
I chose to go along with his reply. I had seen Dad buy some things I felt weren't necessary but he took pride in them.
