Chapter 255

“I just saw her coming out of William’s room,” Laurel continued “Maybe she can tell us about his condition?”

I felt multiple gazes turn our way. Sweat beaded on my forehead as I kept my face down, praying my disguise would hold.

Blake may recognize me!

“Dr. Evans,” Blake called. “What can you tell us about my grandfather?”

Dr. Evans positioned herself between us. “Regarding what Miss Rose mentioned –

But Blake’s focus had already shifted to me. I could feel his gaze like a physical touch.

“Why are you trembling?” he asked, suddenly closer.

My hands were shaking so badly the instruments on my tray rattled. Pain and fear had overwhelmed me, making my entire body visibly tremble.

I didn’t answer. I couldn’t risk him recognizing my voice.

I asked you a question,” Blake said, his tone hardening. “Answer me.”

Dr. Evans blocked his path. “Mr. Parker, this is my new apprentice. She’s not used to intense situations or someone with your… presence. Her nervousness is understandable.”

She offered a tight smile. “I know you’re upset, but there’s no need to intimidate a young nurse.”

the emergency room door opened. A nurse

Parker here? Mr. William Parker is asking for his grandson. He’s refusing treatment until

said, attention momentarily

be right there,” he told the nurse, then took one last look at me before following

door closed, my legs nearly gave

was close,” I whispered, voice as

Dr. Evans said,

my wrist. I turned to

her voice carrying a

up instantly. Dr. Evans

Evans started,

smiling at me. “That man is my fiancé. He ust

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take it personally.”

I’m

was interested in me – this random nurse. She wasn’t trying to expose me; she was marking

I almost laughed.

mumbled. “I wasn’t offended. Having you as his fiancée is lucky. He should appreciate

you two are

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