No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 856

It was early evening.

As Fanny clocked out from her shift at the clinic, she couldn't help but notice the excited chatter among the nurses. Being the head of the department, her curiosity got the better of her. "What's going on, ladies?" she asked with a playful grin.

"Dr. Willis, there's a ridiculously handsome guy outside," one of the nurses replied, eyes wide with admiration.

Just like how a shot of espresso could jolt you awake, a good-looking man had the power to make dopamine levels soar among women.

"Well, no matter how handsome he is, if you don't make a move, he's still someone else's catch," Fanny teased, encouragingly.

By day, Fanny was the no-nonsense head of the department, but once she clocked out, she was just another fun-loving woman ready to unwind like everyone else.

After all, after a long day, a little banter and laughter never hurt anyone.

"So, are we making a move or what?" The group giggled their way out of the hospital entrance, and that's when Fanny spotted the man they were all talking about.

In the glow of the setting sun, Sinclair stood there in his sleek black overcoat, a tailored suit underneath, and a crisp white shirt peeking through. The evening light highlighted his sharp features, making him look both regal and striking.

seen her fair share of handsome men-like Conrad Ernest and Yates —each one an epitome of male perfection. Yet,

realized who the handsome stranger was. Of course, it was

had all been smitten with her uncle, each hoping to become his future partner, buttering Fanny up in the

was truly

voice. "Aren't you being a

her head, she saw the nurses staring at her in disbelief, probably

"Oh, so that's Dr. Willis's guy. I've seen him around a couple

someone else," one of the nurses

they had the

to it by now. Even back in middle and high school, people often misunderstood her relationship with Sinclair. Once, a teacher had even called a parent-teacher conference, thinking they were dating. The teacher was mortified to

embarrassing you?" Sinclair asked, a

bar too

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ave

been shy around him due to past awkwardness, but once she got over it, she

few nurses approached, deliberately