Bye-Bye Jerk, Hello Mr. Right by Rosie Steppe

Chapter 322

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"Lie down, let me have a listen," Nate said, slipping the stethoscope from around his neck.

We all stood there, watching nervously. Even Hayden-who usually had this calm, unshakable vibe-wast visibly tense. But it was just a routine check-up, not the surgery itself.

I could feel how much Hayden cherished Yuna in that moment, so I reached for his hand. He glanced at me, and I gave him a reassuring nod.

Yuna, though, was frozen, staring at Nate like she'd been turned to stone.

Noticing, Lena walked over and leaned in slightly. "Lie down and let Prof. Neumann check your heartbeat. It won't hurt," she said gently.

Yuna had already bonded with Lena earlier, so it didn't take much. After a second, she blinked, then finally lay down like an obedie- kid.

I couldn't help but notice runa's cheeks were flushed. There was this tightness in my chest as I saw the way her eyes sparkled-brighter than I'd ever seen.

in his task, pressing the stethoscope to her chest, listening intently. There's just something about a guy being so focused and serious that's ridiculously attractive. And, well, Nate was undeniably

feeling okay?" Nate asked,

her lip, hesitating. First, she shook her head-then quickly

stayed patient, his tone calm.

to him. "A little... fluttery," she said

close your eyes," he advised, his voice soothing, trying to help. her

mine tighter-his anxiety was building, and he

away. "Your heart rate's a bit elevated, but nothing major to worry about," he assured her, his gaze flicking to Hayden and me, sharing a silent exchange before

wanted to hear what they were talking about, but I couldn't leave Yuna

pressed against her chest like she was trying

on the ceiling. Walking over, I asked, "Is your

think I've

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Chapter 322