The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1692

Marcus, looking impeccably dressed and utterly composed, was an enigma.

Sophia began awkwardly. “Marcus, um, did your check-up go well?”

Marcus gave a dismissive snort. Thanks to you, it went very well.”

For some reason, hearing the words “very well” made Sophia’s chest feel heavy and congested. Unsettling discomfort washed over her.

Was Marcus’ idea of ‘going well’ suggesting some kind of harmony’ between him and that nurse?

Her mind whirled with this thought, making Sophia feel like she was about to explode with fury.

Dr. Tam approached respectfully. “Mr. Marcus, where is our nurse? I don’t see her around.”

Marcus’ icy eyes met Dr. Tam’s. His tone was ice cold as he said, “She got what she wanted and left.”

Tam looked puzzled. “But why

is purely professional. Even though we shared a fleeting moment today, it’s not my place to know about her phone issues,

Mr. Marcus. I apologize for the inappropriate question. Our nurse should have informed me after completing your check-up. I’ll have to have

cold glance at the

face was a picture of total discomfort.

a thorn, which pierced

never had such a moment with him. Today, that despicable nurse took advantage of this situation to do as she

“Aren’t you going to take me home, or do you

head, feeling utterly embarrassed. “No! Marcus,

push his

could touch it, Marcus had already started

standing awkwardly as her face clouded over even

nurse has successfully collected what you wanted. I’ll contact you in a few days to arrange the

and hurried to catch up with Marcus, who had already left the