Karina had never seen that particular look in Wilfred's eyes before.

The emotions were subtle, hidden beneath the surface, almost imperceptible unless one paid close attention. Having spent so much time by his side recently, she had grown adept at reading his subtle expressions.

"Sorry, Dr. Wilfred, have I caused trouble for you again?" she asked hesitantly, her guilt written all over her face.

Wilfred lifted his gaze, ready to deliver a prepared response. Yet, faced with her earnest eyes, his words faltered, and what he finally said was, "From now on, you don't need to call me 'Dr. Wilfred' every time."

"Then what should I call you? Mr. Wilfred?" she asked tentatively.

""Just my name."

Wilfred's voice was calm as he used his knife and fork to cut into his steak. His dark lashes framed eyes that seemed to glimmer with depth, as if they held secrets untold.

Despite his cool demeanor, Karina felt a small surge of satisfaction and smiled.

Wilfred, but in private, I'll call you Wilfred," she

Wilfred's hand paused ever so slightly before he resumed cutting. His reply was soft. "As

moments she had experienced in recent days. The shadows of worry and schemes seemed to dissipate, leaving her feeling lighthearted and determined as she held the patient files

work hours, she overheard a group of

did Karina even get into this hospital? This isn't some shabby clinic. It's

I've been saying she got in through connections. Look at how close she is to Dr. Wilfred. Who knows

tightened as tremors ran through her fingers.

froze in

Dr. Norman! We weren't saying anything. You must've

nurse grabbed some supplies and mumbled, "Oh, right! I just

"Don't go!"

nurse's arm, her tone unusually firm. "You can say whatever you want about me-I can take it. But spreading rumors about Dr. Wilfred? That's where I draw the line. His professionalism is obvious to everyone here. How can

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