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The Heart Surgeon’s Last Patient Novel Chapter 30

Night Carved Paths Into Silence by Zyrel Ash 30

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Madeleine nodded numbly, her thoughts a tangled mess. 

She retreated to her room, sinking onto the bed and staring 

blankly at the ceiling. 

She’d been naive, thinking she could fix everything so easily. 

Now, a darker thought crept in: maybe the only way to protect 

Kevin from her past self was to leave, to divorce Roderick and 

walk away for good. 

Her heart twisted, a chaotic whirl of guilt and fear. 

As a child, she’d always dreamed of growing up. Now, she 

longed for the simplicity of those days. 

*** 

Roderick stepped into Kevin’s room, clutching the drawing his 

son had made earlier. 

“Daddy!” 

Kevin called, pausing as he tidied his bookshelf. 

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His small face lit up with concern. “Where’s Mommy?” 

“She’s in her room,” Roderick said. 

He walked over and said, “I need to ask you something.” 

He set the drawing on the desk, pointing to the woman, and 

asked, “Is this Dr. Clark?” 

Kevin tilted his head, puzzled. 

“No, that’s Mommy.” 

Roderick’s stern expression softened, a flicker of relief in his 

eyes. 

“And the ones you drew before?” 

Kevin’s gaze dropped, his little brows knitting together. He 

twisted the edge of his shirt, unsure how to answer. 

Roderick’s heart clenched. He understood instantly. 

“Your mom knows about those other drawings, Kevin. She’s 

really hurt.” 

“What?” 

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Kevin’s head shot up, his eyes wide with panic. 

Tears welled up, his small hands fidgeting nervously as he bit 

his lip. 

The thought of his mother being upset because of him–of her 

maybe not loving him anymore–sent a wave of fear through his tiny frame. 

Roderick’s brow furrowed as he studied his son. 

“What does Dr. Clark talk to you about during your sessions?” 

he asked, his voice low and measured. 

Kevin blinked up at him, confusion clouding his small face. 

After a moment, he shook his head. 

“Dr. Clark says it’s a secret.” 

Roderick’s lips pressed into a tight line, but he didn’t push. 

Kevin was a stickler for rules–once he’d promised something, 

there was no budging him. 

Nanette had made it clear from the start that therapy was confidential, even from parents. 

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Roderick considered this for a moment before softening his 

tone. 

“Do you still want to see Dr. Clark?” 

Kevin hesitated. “If I keep seeing Dr. Clark… will I still get to see 

Mommy?” he asked, his voice barely above a whisper. 

“Yes, you’ll still see Mommy,” Roderick assured him. 

Kevin bit his lip, then murmured, “I want to keep seeing her.” 

There was something about Nanette that tugged at Kevin’s 

heart. He couldn’t put it into words, but Roderick understood. 

Nanette had filled a void, offering the warmth and care Kevin 

had craved from his mother. 

Even now, with his wounds still raw, Kevin clung to that 

connection. 

“Alright,” Roderick said, reaching out to ruffle Kevin’s hair gently. 

He felt maybe he was overthinking things. Nanette’s confrontation with Madeleine could have come from genuine concern for Kevin’s well–being. 

But one thing was certain: Roderick wouldn’t let it happen 

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again. 

“Daddy,” Kevin said, his eyes still shimmering with unshed tears. 

“Can I go see Mommy?” 

“Of course,” Roderick replied. 

“Will… will Mommy stop liking me?” Kevin’s voice trembled, 

heavy with worry. 

Roderick’s mind drifted, caught in a memory, before he snapped 

back to the present. 

“No, she won’t. Go on, buddy.” 

Even with his father’s reassurance, Kevin’s steps were hesitant. 

Clutching his drawing tightly, he left the room, his little heart still 

heavy with doubt. 

Madeleine lay sprawled on her bed, lost in thought, when a soft 

knock broke the silence. 

“Come in,” she called. 

She propped herself up and saw Kevin peeking around the door, 

his small face cautious. 

“Hey, sweetheart!” 

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Madeleine forced a bright smile, though it felt strained, like 

pulling a heavy curtain across her unease. 

Even Kevin could tell it wasn’t quite real. 

“Come on in, why are you hovering by the door?” she said, her 

voice warm but tinged with concern. 

Kevin lingered, unmoving, and Madeleine’s instincts prickled. 

Something was off. 

She slid off the bed and opened the door wide. 

Up close, she noticed his red–rimmed eyes. 

“Oh, honey, what’s wrong?” she gasped, kneeling to touch his 

cheek, her heart lurching with worry. 

“Are you feeling sick?” she asked. 

Kevin shook his head. 

“Did your dad scold you?” she tried again. 

Another shake. 

Madeleine frowned, puzzled. As she pulled him into a gentle hug, she noticed the crumpled paper clutched in his hands. It 

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was the drawing from earlier. 

She guided Kevin into the room, settling them both on the 

couch. 

“Baby, why were you crying? You can tell me anything, okay?” 

she said softly, her voice laced with tenderness. 

Kevin stayed silent, his lips pressed tight as if fighting back 

tears. 

Madeleine’s heart ached at his struggle. She leaned closer, her 

tone soothing. 

Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter. With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes. Cedella’s storytelling style is immersive and addictive—perfect for fans of heated romances and heart-pounding twists.

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