Karina froze for a moment, staring at Wilfred's earnest eyes. A wave of mixed emotions swirled within her.

She was indeed under immense financial pressure. The entanglements with Kieran and the Stone family had left her utterly drained, and every penny counted.

Yet, her pride made it hard for her to accept charity, even from someone like Wilfred.

Lowering her head, she softly said, "Thank you for your kindness, Dr. Wilfred, but I can't accept your money. I'll work hard and solve this on my own."

Wilfred frowned, stepping closer. He gently tilted her chin upward, compelling her to meet his gaze.

"Karina, I understand your concerns. But working in an environment like this, exhausting yourself, and exposing yourself to danger isn't the solution. It could harm your health and reputation. "I'm not offering charity. I see you as a friend, and I want to help you through this tough time."

Her eyes glistened with unshed tears, and she bit her lip. "But I don't want to owe you too much. I've already caused you enough trouble..."

Wilfred let out a light sigh. "You've never been a burden. From the moment we started working together, I saw your determination and talent.

I just stand by and do nothing? Think of

what felt like an eternity before finally speaking, her

me relentlessly. If I can pay it off, I'll finally

but it's manageable. I can cover it for

at Wilfred with overwhelming gratitude. "Dr. Wilfred, I don't even know

offered her a faint smile and

need to thank me. Just take care of yourself and stop pushing yourself

glanced

said, stepping

there, her heart slightly uneasy, wondering what could have made Wilfred's face turn so

the call, Wilfred turned back to her. "There's

I back right away.

I'll come back

"Okay, Dr.

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