Chapter 172 Away for a Few Months

The dinner was uncomfortable for Jenny. She had to watch as Yvonne fed Alec across from her and whispered sweet nothings. At one point, she regretted accepting Old Mr. Faust’s invitation.

She also noted Alec’s ambivalence toward Yvonne-he did not respond to her, but neither did he turn down her advances. That was typical jerk behavior.

When she was silently badmouthing Alec, the two suddenly locked eyes. Feeling caught, she hurriedly looked away and pretended that nothing had happened.

Old Mr. Faust was unconcerned by the odd atmosphere surrounding the dinner table and turned to Jenny. “Jenny, are you free tomorrow? Want to go hiking with me?”

tomorrow won’t do.” She put down her cutlery. “The hospital has arranged for me to work at one

Mr. Faust appeared shocked and glanced

learning that she’d be away, but he soon collected himself and remarked, “That’s very kind of you,

be stationed at the free clinics. Posting an excellent resource like Jenny would be a huge loss to

all. It has nothing to do with the popularity of doctors. If we’re measuring profit and loss while performing charity, that’s no different from putting on a show.” She stared at him coolly in her usual hostile

Alec could do nothing about it. He understood the sarcasm in her words-she implied he was greedy and materialistic. He gritted his teeth and glared at her. “As the main shareholder of

better not interfere

grip on his cutleries tightened. He shot her a cold look with an air of animosity. Jenny remained unbothered because she knew that he was

the free clinic is a great service. She could help those who

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255