The atmosphere turned awkward all of a sudden. There was a subtle yet palpable hint of tension.

Julien’s eyes gradually widened, as if he had heard something that wounded his ego deeply. His face

contorted and flushed red. After a prolonged pause, he finally exclaimed, “Huh?”

“I think you’ve stayed too long in Mosgravia, Dr. Lovelace. It must be difficult for you to understand

Solanian now. Do you want me to explain it in Grunslandish for you?”

A sharp glint flashed in Alyssa’s eyes, her smile carrying a sense of subtle pressure.

Women hardly displayed such a smile.

It exuded the arrogance of a person of great power and the unyielding confidence of a man. The sheer Intimidation of it weighed so heavily that it shackled Julien’s carefree spirit like a ball and chain.

“Are you saying I didn’t want to take Jasper as a patient because I can’t heal him? Is that what you’re

implying?” Julien retorted through gritted teeth.

“I don’t see any other explanation.” Alyssa shrugged.

a joke!”

been abroad long.

bow h

complicated medical cases and pulled people back from the clutches of death. Even Hades owes me a drink by now. How dare you question my professional skills?

Alyssa

and said nothing. She quietly observed how he lost his cool.

“Phew, I almost fell for your trick, Ms. Alyssa. I must give it up to you. You have

Dr. Lovelace. You may proudly say you don’t provide services for tycoons. Yet, you must know how reputable Mr. Beckett is among the big

sure you are no stranger to the dozens of people

so-called principles. Don’t you think you’re being too pedantic and

surprised herself with what she said. After being divorced for so long, she could

management. If relationships weren’t the topic

was practically perfect.

have loved him for so many years without burning out. After all, a

be able to turn away from a man

for Jasper, so she

Taylor, there is no point persuading

persuasion moved Julien. Yet, he was

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