The Great Medical Saint (Matthew)

Chapter 35

He couldn't help but feel a stirring in his heart as his arm seemed to sink into softness. As they walked, Rachel swayed slightly, making it feel like a gentle massage. They encountered several members of the Carter family, and Rachel would pause to briefly chat with each of them before continuing on.

It was not until they entered their own courtyard that Rachel let go of Matthew's arm.

Her face was flushing. She could feel it burning with heat.

Matthew felt a little disappointed when his arm was left empty.

Rachel had likely just been putting on a show for others. It was all just an act. He realized that they hadn't known each other for long, and things were progressing quickly.

He wasn't particularly in love with Rachel, either. He still didn't know her well enough.

The touch earlier had merely awakened his physical longing for a woman's touch. It had been three years since he'd been with a woman. The slightest physical contact was enough to make him restless. Dinner was ready. It was a simple meal that consisted of chicken noodle soup and some appetizers.

Martin and Yvonne noticed that the two had returned. So, they got up from the couch and moved to the dining table.

Yvonne warmly invited Matthew to join them. "Matt, come have dinner with us."

her and took a seat across from

for Martin to eat before he picked up his fork. Just as he was about to eat, Yvonne spoke

much money and don't have much power, which is quite different from Rae. I'm not asking you to help her, but please don't hold her

interjected, "Mom, it's not like that. He has

the Lloyd and White families. She

Matthew, Yvonne glared at her. "You

too." She was worried Yvonne might

She occasionally glanced at Matthew, as if wanting to say

eat much and soon excused

moment and put down her utensils. "Matt, your table manners are... bad. You should

definitely ruin the family's image. Also, your profession, income, and family background are

outside, and come back after the party." Matthew could feel his anger surging. This was too much. If this was the case, there was no need

a girlfriend, not to be

and was ready

been worried about what Yvonne might say, rushed back down

and approached Matthew. "Matthew, I've drawn a bath for you.

"I don't think I