"I don't know," the nurse replied. "She said there was an emergency at home and she had to leave immediately."

Karina's chest tightened, and her fingers curled into fists. The more she thought about it, the more something felt off. Could it really just be a coincidence?

It seemed far more likely that the intern knew she was about to be exposed and decided to disappear before they could question her-cutting off all leads and leaving them with nowhere to turn.

While Karina felt heavy with unease, Wilfred seemed much calmer. It was as if he had anticipated this outcome all along.

"Thank you for your efforts," he said to the nurse, his tone steady and composed.

He then turned his attention to Karina, his gaze lingering on her for a moment before turning away and walking off.

Karina quickly followed him out of the room.

any longer and called after her, "Dr. Norman, when did you get so close to Dr. Wilfred? Everyone's saying he's grooming you to be

a quick exit to avoid further questions. Down the hallway, Wilfred hadn't gone far. He stood there in his white coat, hands

this later. Names and identities can't just vanish into thin

startled

a loud shout echoed from behind them.

makeshift weapons-bricks, wooden bats-and their expressions were filled with rage. Her stomach dropped, and she instinctively moved closer to Wilfred. "Dr. Wilfred, we should leave. It's not safe

of her protectively, his voice sharp and commanding.

family trying to reason with them. "This is a hospital! There are security cameras everywhere.

them with deep hatred, his hand gripping his wife's arm as he spat on the ground. "Let the police come. Even if the law itself stands in my way,

confusion, unsure

his sharp eyes scanning the situation as he addressed her once more. "Didn't I tell

not leaving. You're the one who told

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

Comments ()

0/255