The Billionaire's Secret Quartet

Chapter 1436

Hertha was in a state of utter panic. Surely Dr. Funke couldn’t think that her flustered babbling two days ago was some kind of love confession!

Hadn’t Thalassa already explained to him that many admired his medical skills?

Could it be possible that he didn’t get the implication?

Hertha felt like she’d fallen into a hole and was flailing about, unable to climb out.

With a gasp of alarm, she shot a quick glance at Alaric standing behind Dr. Funke, then forced a chuckle and said, “Dr. Funke, I truly admire your work. Ever since I was a little girl, I dreamed of becoming a doctor, but I was never quite sharp enough to cut it. So, I guess I just look up to those who can, like you.””

She was desperately trying to straighten out the mess she’d made the day before.

I’ve been on the lookout for an apprentice with the right spark, and since you’re interested in medicine, I might consider taking you under my wing,” Dr. Funke said with a smile tugging at the corner of his lips, his gaze unwavering on

his eyes was crystal clear.

She blurted out, “Dr. Funke, you might be better off taking on a male apprentice to avoid any misunderstandings. You know, in case Mrs. Funke gets the wrong idea.”

ago. I’m currently single,”

transparent. He wasn’t only looking for an apprentice. He was also in search of a

Her gaze darted around frantically, looking for an escape. But she was at a loss for words, with no excuse

when Hertha didn’t know which way to turn, Alaric stepped in just in time, “Dr. Funke, I think you might be barking

Alaric, whose face was flushed with the warmth of wine. His normally mischievous

profound disappointment washed over her. She longed to distance herself from Alaric, but hearing him so casually reference her marital status made her feel

in saying that, it was clear to Hertha that any possibility of

had assumed that Spencer was her