Chapter: 617

Adrian mentally berated himself, regretting his provocation of Theodore once more.

Adopting a more submissive tone, he refilled Theodore’s cup with steaming tea.

“Perhaps they are just friends, you see. Doctor and patient. Let not your thoughts run wild. As for Ariana’s presence at the summit, perchance Mitchel brought her along to alleviate her boredom.”

“And is Mitchel so benevolent to all his patients?” Theodore retorted with a sneer, the bitterness seeping into his words.

“Well, are doctors not known for their compassion?” Adrian puffed on his cigarette, inhaling deeply. “I believe it would be wise for us to depart from here swiftly, lest Ariana chance upon our exit. There remain many unresolved matters between the two of you. If your true identity as Holden were to be exposed, I fear Ariana may not forgive you.”

to leave with Ariana, disregarding all else. The thought of his beloved in the company of another man was

does the

for a while longer. It is not too late to leave now. And, I shall assign someone to keep a vigilant eye on

you mean should they venture astray? I cannot bear to let

for you as Theodore? You may then take her without alerting anyone,” Adrian pondered, trying

deliberating on the potential efficacy of the suggestion.

is amiss. Madam has entered Doctor Chadwick’s

it’s just the two of

from the sofa and bolted out of

other side, Ariana was escorted to a private chamber within the lounge by a waiter.

and don the pants, she found herself struggling to maintain balance on a single leg. In her attempt to steady herself, she reached for the wheelchair, neglecting to secure its wheels. Consequently, the wheelchair commenced its

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