The men exchanged uneasy glances, hesitating for a moment before reluctantly mumbling, "Sorry," to Karina.

Wilfred watched their retreating figures with thinly veiled disgust.

Turning to Karina, he asked gently, "Are you okay?"

Karina shook her head lightly, brushing it off. "I'm fine, Dr. Wilfred. Thank you."

Wilfred let out a soft sigh. "Come with me. You shouldn't be working here."

Karina nodded, following him out of the private room.

Wilfred guided Karina through the bustling bar. The pounding music and chaotic chatter seemed distant and muted, fading into the background as they moved. They made their way to the parking lot, where Wilfred opened the car door, carefully helping Karina into the passenger seat before getting in himself and starting the engine.

As Karina buckled her seatbelt, she turned to Wilfred with a look of curiosity. "Dr. Wilfred, didn't you say you had things to handle at the hospital? How did you get here so quickly?"

tone calm yet firm. "Even while I was at the hospital, I couldn't stop worrying about you. I had a

over. Thankfully, I came in time. Otherwise,

of warmth surged through Karina's chest, mixed

know what I would have done. I was so scared. They

slightly, a flicker of concern and anger

place like that," he said firmly.

tip,

choice. I needed to save up quickly to cut ties with the Stone family. I thought if worked hard enough, I could handle it on my own,

over and gave her shoulder a reassuring pat. "I'll help you deal with the Stone family. You don't need to put yourself in harm's way like this. As for

him, her eyes welling up with gratitude. "Dr. Wilfred, why are you

want to repay me, then go back to the hospital. That's the best place for you. You

"I understand, Dr. Wilfred. I'll go back to the hospital and work hard. I won't let

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