I was taken aback as Atlas walked in with a stern expression. It seemed he was not surprised to find Stella here.

Stella had been sitting by my bedside with her back to the door. When she heard someone approaching, she turned around. Seeing Atlas, she appeared genuinely surprised. "Atlas, you're here?"

She quickly stood up and positioned herself by Atlas's side. She held onto his arm. "I came to check on Chloe. Why didn't you tell me it was this serious?"

Atlas's gaze remained focused on her delicate face, and the corners of his mouth twitched.

"This isn't the best place for you to be. Dylan, take Ms. Stella back!"

Stella probably didn't expect Atlas to be so straightforward in front of us. She quickly said, "Atlas, I just got here! I wanted to be with you—"

"Dylan!" Atlas's words were clear and unwavering, leaving no room for doubt.

Stella's face paled slightly, her hand still gripping Atlas's arm.

Dylan stepped forward. "Ms. Stella, I'll take you back!"

Stella hesitated mome