Chapter 1775

The men exchanged uneasy glances, hesitating for a moment before reluctantly mumbling, "Sorry," to Karina.

Wilfred watched their retreating figures with thinly veiled disgust.

Turning to Karina, he asked gently, "Are you okay?"

Karina shook her head lightly, brushing it off. "I'm fine, Dr. Wilfred. Thank you."

Wilfred let out a soft sigh. "Come with me. You shouldn't be working here."

Karina nodded, following him out of the private room.

Wilfred guided Karina through the bustling bar. The pounding music and chaotic chatter seemed distant and muted, fading into the background as they moved. They made their way to the parking lot, where Wilfred opened the car door, carefully helping Karina into the passenger seat before getting in himself and starting the engine.

As Karina buckled her seatbelt, she turned to Wilfred with a look of curiosity. "Dr. Wilfred, didn't you say you had things to handle at the hospital? How did you get here so quickly?"

yet firm. "Even while I was at the hospital,

could and rushed over. Thankfully, I came in time. Otherwise, tonight

wave of warmth surged through Karina's

what I would have

flicker of

like that," he said firmly. "It's too dangerous-too unpredictable. But don't worry, this

bit her tip, lowering her

didn't have much of a choice. I needed to save up quickly to cut ties with the Stone family. I

yourself in harm's way like this. As for the money I've already sorted it

you so kind

turned his head

eyes meeting hers.

you. You have talent and passion for

replacing her earlier hesitation. "I understand, Dr. Wilfred. I'll go back to the hospital and work hard. I

faintly, satisfaction evident in his expression.

as Wilfred drove toward Karina's apartment. The night seemed calmer now, and Karina found herself stealing glances at Wilfred's focused profile. A subtle wave of emotion

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