Karina sensed the girl's unfriendly gaze and instinctively moved closer to Wilfred. Without a word, Wilfred casually placed a hand on her shoulder, a subtle but protective gesture.

The girl's jealousy flared even stronger at the sight. Forcing a strained smile, she turned to Karina and asked, "And who might this be?"

Wilfred answered before Karina could speak. "This is Karina, my... friend."

As he spoke, he glanced at Karina, a trace of warmth flickering in his gaze, unnoticed by anyone but her.

The girl let out a faint scoff. "A friend, huh? Dr. Wilfred, you're always so busy with work. It's rare for you to take time off, yet you didn't think to invite me? I thought we were close. After all, you took such good care of me when I was your patient." Her voice was laced with grievance and subtle reproach.

Wilfred frowned slightly. His tone remained polite but distant. "It's good that you've recovered. Taking time off is just for relaxation. I didn't give it much thought."

girl's passive-aggressive remarks, she maintained her composure. Smiling politely, she said, "Hello. Since you were treated by Dr.

Wilfred, I've been feeling a

an appointment at the hospital and

face stiffened at his firm response, but she wasn't ready to give up. Her eyes landed on the matching bracelets Wilfred and Karina were wearing, and her expression darkened. "Oh, those bracelets are cute. Couple's bracelets, aren't

hand. "These are

yourself be fooled by some people. Who knows if she's only getting

couldn't stay silent. She stared directly at the girl, her voice firm. "What exactly

girl crossed her arms, tilting her chin up with a defiant glint in her eyes. "Hmph, as if you

social ladder. Just look at yourself your fox-like charm

mouth! respect him for his dedication as a doctor. I won't stand for your malicious

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