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

is asking for his

me,” Blake said,

he told the nurse, then took one last look at me before following her into the

door closed, my legs nearly gave out. Dr. Evans

close,” I whispered,

returns,” Dr. Evans said, guiding me toward the

few steps when a hand grabbed my wrist. I turned

said, her voice carrying a clear

my body lock up instantly. Dr. Evans looked like she might

Evans started,

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

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take it personally.”

you, I’m

interested in me – this random nurse. She wasn’t

I almost laughed.

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

hope you two are happy

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