The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Chapter 1167

Faye stared at Logan in surprise, "Did you already grab something to eat?"

"Yeah, got off work a tad earlier than you? I was feeling a bit peckish, and this one's still warm, untouched. Thought you might appreciate skipping cooking tonight, what do you say?" Without waiting for an answer, Logan placed the takeout bag in Faye's hands, "You've been burning the candle at both ends without proper meals, Faye. You don't want to start having health issues at your age, do you?" Barry grumbled under his breath, "Playing the saint, while I'm here breaking my back bringing food, only to end up playing Cupid for these two!"

Faye found no reason to refuse, especially considering the hassle of cooking and cleaning up after a long shift at the hospital.

"Well then, I owe you one, Logan!" Faye said, accepting the bag as they entered the building together.

Though the hospital was quieter at this hour, they still bumped into a few colleagues on their way.

The chatting nurses fell silent at the sight of Faye and Logan, exchanging knowing looks.

Faye greeted them naturally, "Just off your shift too?"

"Yeah, Faye, are you and Logan...?" The unspoken question hung in the air, fueled by their curious glances.

her on the way here. It's late, and it's

were just old schoolmates, reminding everyone to keep their imaginations in check. Exiting the elevator, Logan followed

here? Doesn't he live in the other building?" The mystery deepened, but speculation was cut

Faye heard Logan's parting advice, "It's getting chillier,

was the

takeout box at her dining table, finding the food still warm, and ate more than

a photo of the half-eaten meal, brought a smile to his face. It was a simple exchange, but to Logan,

for the day. By chance, he and Faye ran into each other again, their surprise turning into a pleasant morning greeting. Unlike the hurried doctors around them, they

excused himself to pick

Yet, when he returned, he found her waiting, a playfut accusation about his habit

handed him a box of homemade pancakes, a thoughtful gesture

Logan savored the pancakes, a reminder of Faye's care. Caught up in the moment, he realized he hadn't thanked her yet,

it!" Logan decided on a whim and snapped a

breakfast when she saw the message from

photo Logan sent

of the picture was dominated by a near empty lunchbox, but