Chapter 116

“I’m a human before I’m a doctor. Like everyone else, I have desires,” Hugo said.

Pearl’s phone began vibrating intensely, displaying Renee’s caller ID.

Taking a deep breath, Pearl said, “Okay, you have my word.”

“Just make sure you don’t go back on your promise after the surgery. Renee’s mother will need treatment

for at least three months afterward.”

Pearl stared at him with a cold gaze. “Fine, go ahead.”

“Be gentler. After all, I’m your boyfriend now.” Hugo stood up and stretched. “Okay, I’ll perform the surgery now. Be nice and wait for me.” He pinched Pearl’s cheek playfully before leaving with a smile.

Pearl wiped her cheek vigorously, clearly disgusted. However, she couldn’t easily refuse Hugo’s advances, as she needed a favor from him. Moreover, she had finally saved Renee’s mother, and she couldn’t let Renee

down.

to wait with the

leave me

always be with

for a grueling ten hours. By the time Hugo came out, night had fallen,

wearing a mask and a white coat, it was obvious that he

Don’t worry,” he informed Renee with a

over Pearl as she

office with me,” Hugo said, turning his gaze

“Alright.”

casual clothes and took Pearl’s hand, catching her off

to pull her hand away. “What are you

frowned. “What’s the matter? We’re a couple now, right? Why can’t we hold hands?”

in hatred but refrained from shaking his hand off. “We don’t

used to it.

held back and decided against shaking his hand away.

the office hand in hand and bumped

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