Crossroads

Chapter 261

Stephanie turned her head slightly, avoiding his gaze. She didn’t yell anymore, feeling that she was always making herself so embarrassed in front

of him.

Neither of them spoke. Dominick glared at her, but his intense gaze gradually softened, becoming calm and gentle. He then furrowed his brow, scrutinizing her face.

A nurse hurried in, asking, “What happened to the patient?”

Dominick straightened up, standing tall in the small, brightly lit hospital room. His commanding presence was palpable. He glanced at the nurse.

“Get the doctor in here, he ordered.

The nurse, intimidated by his innate authority and air of nobility, nodded quickly. “Yes, right away, she said, rushing out.

She quietly informed the doctor that the new patient was difficult to handle and advised caution.

with Dominick doorway to understand the situation, he glanced at the woman

the medical supplies.

knew the doctor

When the doctor finally

in a white coat. He was no stranger but Matthew Rowen, who had called her this morning and who

What do you want from me! Who do you work

tried to get out of bed,

this

“Stop the bed

and severe. Dissatisfied with her behavior, he gripped her

hit the headboard, tears welling up from

what I’ve been through alone.

streamed down her

forward to calm them. “Please, stop fighting and

was streaked with tears. She pushed him away with all her strength, struggling desperately. She hated feeling so helpless

Her clear eyes looked at his familiar face, tears