CEO's Tears Over Pregnancy Test Discovery

Karina might appear frail, with slim arms and legs that seemed as if a single push could knock her over, but Wilfred knew better. He understood just how resilient she truly was.

Others might work hard, but Karina always pushed herself several times beyond that. He often worked late into the night, performing back-to-back surgeries, and every time he left his office, she would still be there, pouring over medical journals long after everyone else had gone home. It was that dedication that had sparked Wilfred's decision to give her a chance.

Thinking back, he realized he had never seen Karina cry before. Not when the Stone family kept demanding money, not even when Kieran threatened her.

Yet here she was, her eyes rimmed with red, struggling to hold back tears in front of him-a man who had once gone out of his way to help her.

"I know I've disappointed you, Dr. Wilfred," Karina said, her voice trembling. "Don't worry, I'll resign tomorrow. I'll come up with an excuse, and if you don't want to involve the police, I'll still turn myself in."

Wilfred frowned, the lines on his face deepening with irritation. "Who said anything about you leaving?"

of them froze

to say that. Wilfred himself seemed surprised, as if the words had slipped out before he could process

Karina wasn't really an accomplice. Based on her explanation, she was just a pawn-misled

a rare sigh, his tone softer yet firm. "I'm not asking you to leave. Whatever else happened, your medical skills are solid. I need someone

Her wide eyes, filled with confusion, made her look

gaze steady. "Stop beating yourself up over this. It's not your fault. But right now,

immediately tried to

severe but enough to cause discomfort. Her head still throbbed slightly, and

her seat, his tone suddenly sharp. "What are you doing?

froze under his stern gaze, her lips pressed together