Chapter 1836

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Karina stood, but as she took a step, her foot caught on something, and she nearly fell.

Before she could hit the ground, Wilfred caught her.

The unexpected gesture left Karina more confused than ever. If he was so cold and distant moments ago, why would he help her like this?

She wasn't the only one caught off guard. Wilfred himself was surprised by his reaction. It had been pure instinct. The moment he saw her about to fall, he moved to catch her without a second thought. It was as if his heart acted faster than his words ever could. Before she could ask anything, Wilfred released her quickly, his demeanor detached once more, as if trying to explain away his actions. "Regardless, thank you for earlier."

He hesitated briefly before adding, "Do you have a way to get home? I can drive you if it's inconvenient."

The warmth Karina felt moments ago instantly turned cold. She forced a bitter smile. "No need. I'll get home on my own."

chuckle. "This

her fall-not for any other reason. And here she

darkening night, her figure blending into the

for a moment, he almost ran after her.

say, "Mr. Wilfred, it's late. If you're

safest in the city. She'll reach the main road and get a cab soon. Besides,

location tracking wasn't

inappropriate. It had been set up back when Karina was dealing with relentless trouble from the Stone family. She hadn't

her exasperation. "If you're this worried, why not just go and check on her

Karina arrived

patients in her office, lunchtime rolled around, and she headed to the

night? Good grief, look at those dark circles. And I heard you were

rice, mumbling, "I didn't sleep well

You've never been late, let alone missed

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