Chapter 180

I frowned slightly. My fellow researcher, Allen Ramsey, was also known for his obsession with experiments, much like me. We weren't social butterflies, which meant we spent most of our days in the lab, making us academic siblings in arms. And then there was the fact that he was Director Ramsey's son. Director Ramsey had tried playing matchmaker between us, but he eventually gave up, given my rather frosty demeanor.

"We'll go," I urged. "Director Ramsey is counting on us for this material project. Without the materials, we're pretty much stuck."

Allen agreed, "Okay, I'll swing by your place to pick you up. If I'm driving, I won't drink, and since you're a lady, you'll likely be spared, too."

With a nod, I returned to my apartment to change out my black dress, which felt too formal compared to my usual white tee and jeans combo.

After checking the date, I realized it had been a month since my last period. If I were pregnant, I'd need another week to be sure. I had been holding out for that day.

my phone and called Ronald. "Mr. Collins, have there been any recent cases with burned bodies? I'd like to come over and practice my autopsy skills." But I couldn't tell who Ronald was with

none at the moment," he stammered before quickly

Max was with him. But it didn't matter. Since he moved out and had his

Just as I was in thought, the doorbell rang. Expecting Allen,

drenched to the

you're not even a bit upset? Why have you changed so much in just two months? You once said you'd only love me." Feeling

and I'm sorry. But you're getting married

have me kidnapped or killed with

The firm will go public next month, and once it does, I'll give you all the support you need. I'll always be

he was the storm in my

door, but he blocked it with his hand,

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